NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
What is the primary role of a Lewis acid in the halogenation of arenes?
Options
- AActing as a reducing agent
- BProviding color to the reaction mixture
- CActing as a catalyst to facilitate the reaction
- DEnhancing the odor of the products
Correct answer
C. Acting as a catalyst to facilitate the reaction
Step-by-step solution
Lewis acids in the halogenation of arenes act as catalysts, facilitating the reaction by promoting the formation of reactive intermediates.