Q36 / 160 · AP EAMCET 2022 (08 Jul Shift 1) · Chemistry

The product(s) formed when toluene is reacted with $\mathrm{Cl}_2$ in presence of $\mathrm{Fe}$ in dark is/are

  • Correct answer
    A
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  • B
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  • C
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  • D
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Solution

In presence of UV light with same reagent, $\mathrm{C}_{\mathrm{sp}^3}-\mathrm{H}$ bond breaks down and forms free radical resulting into $\mathrm{C}_{\mathrm{sn}_3}-\mathrm{Cl}$ bond formation.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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