JEE Main 2022ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesMediumMCQ

JEE Main 2022Haloalkanes and Haloarenes Question with Solution

JEE Main 2022 (29 Jun Shift 2)

Question

The stable carbocation formed in the above reaction is :

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Correct answer
CCH3-CH-CH3

Step-by-step explanation

Benzene undergoes Friedel-Crafts Alkylation reaction with propylchloride in presence of anhydrous AlClto form isopropyl benzene.

Propyl carbocation formed undergoes rearrangement to form secondary propyl carbocation

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