NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Why is the Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction not suitable for the synthesis of highly branched alkylbenzenes?
Options
- AHighly branched alkylbenzenes cannot be synthesized through this reaction.
- BIt leads to the formation of multiple alkyl groups on the benzene ring.
- CSteric hindrance limits the attachment of highly branched alkyl groups.
- DThe reaction is too slow for branched alkyl groups.
Correct answer
C. Steric hindrance limits the attachment of highly branched alkyl groups.
Step-by-step solution
Steric hindrance makes it difficult for highly branched alkyl groups to attach to the benzene ring in the Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction, favoring the formation of less hindered products.