NEET 2026
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NEET 2026 · Chemistry · Chapter
Identify the major product 'B' in the given reaction sequence.
Identify the major product 'B' in the given reaction sequence.
Options
- AToluene
- B-Cresol
- C-Chlorotoluene
- DBenzene
Correct answer
A. Toluene
Step-by-step solution
The given reaction sequence involves two steps:
First, -toluidine reacts with and at to undergo diazotization. The primary amine group () is converted into a diazonium salt (), forming -toluenediazonium chloride as product A.
Next, product A is treated with hypophosphorous acid () and water. acts as a mild reducing agent, replacing the diazonium group with a hydrogen atom. The reaction proceeds as follows:
Replacing the group in -toluenediazonium chloride with yields toluene as the major product B.
Answer: Toluene
First, -toluidine reacts with and at to undergo diazotization. The primary amine group () is converted into a diazonium salt (), forming -toluenediazonium chloride as product A.
Next, product A is treated with hypophosphorous acid () and water. acts as a mild reducing agent, replacing the diazonium group with a hydrogen atom. The reaction proceeds as follows:
Replacing the group in -toluenediazonium chloride with yields toluene as the major product B.
Answer: Toluene