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Draw the major product of the following reaction. Do not draw inorganic byproducts.
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22. Organic Chemistry
Benzene Reactions
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Name the product of the following benzene halogenation reaction.
A
chlorobenzene
B
1,1-dichlorobenzene
C
1,2-dichlorobenzene
D
1,4-dichlorobenzene
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Identify the type of reaction: The image shows a benzene ring with a chlorine atom attached, indicating a halogenation reaction where a hydrogen atom on benzene is replaced by a chlorine atom.
Understand the mechanism: Benzene undergoes electrophilic aromatic substitution in the presence of a halogen and a catalyst, typically FeCl3 or AlCl3, which facilitates the formation of the chlorobenzene.
Determine the product: In a simple halogenation reaction of benzene, one hydrogen atom is replaced by a chlorine atom, resulting in chlorobenzene.
Consider the options: The options provided include chlorobenzene, 1,1-dichlorobenzene, 1,2-dichlorobenzene, and 1,4-dichlorobenzene. Since only one chlorine is added, the correct product is chlorobenzene.
Conclude the reaction: The product of the benzene halogenation reaction shown in the image is chlorobenzene, as only one chlorine atom is added to the benzene ring.
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