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Which type of substitution is favored by the carboxyl group in...
Which type of substitution is favored by the carboxyl group in electrophilic substitution reactions of aromatic carboxylic acids?
Options
- AOrtho-substitution
- BPara-substitution
- CMeta-substitution
- DAllylic substitution
Correct answer
C. Meta-substitution
Step-by-step solution
The carboxyl group in aromatic carboxylic acids directs electrophilic substitution to the meta position on the aromatic ring.