Toluene reacts with mixed acid at 25°C to produce:
- Nearly equal amounts of o- and m-nitrotoluene
- p-Nitrotoluene (only)
- Predominantly o-nitrotoluene and p-nitrotoluene
- 2, 4, 6-Trinitrotoluene (only)
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
At 25°C, the reaction of toluene with a mixture of nitric acid and sulfuric acid (mixed acid) mainly yields ortho- and para-nitrotoluene.
The para form is the main product because of steric and electronic effects.
The methyl group on toluene promotes the reaction and guides the nitro group to the ortho and para locations.
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