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Which one among the following is most reactive towards electrophilic substitution

Which one among the following is most reactive towards electrophilic substitution reaction

Options

(a) Aniline
(b) Nitrobenzene
(c) benzoic acid
(d) Acetanilide

Correct Answer:

Aniline

Explanation:

Aniline, -NH₂ group is highly activating group which increases the density of electrons at o- and p-position of benzene ring facilitating electrophilic substitution.

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