Q29 / 90 · JEE Main 2019 (10 Jan Shift 2) · Chemistry

What will be the major product in the following mononitration reaction?

Correct answer
A
B
C
D

Solution

Addition of ${NO}_{2}$ is an electrophilic addition. The $N$ increases the electron density on the left benzene ring, whereas the carbonyl group decreases the charge density of the right benzene group. As a result, ${NO}_{2}$ is added to the left benzene group due to higher charge density.

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

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