NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Which of the following is not a required component of the nitrating mixture for the nitration of benzene?
Options
- AConcentrated nitric acid
- BConcentrated sulfuric acid
- CConcentrated hydrochloric acid
- DBenzene
Correct answer
C. Concentrated hydrochloric acid
Step-by-step solution
Concentrated hydrochloric acid is not a part of the nitrating mixture used for the nitration of benzene.