JEE Main 2022 · 28 Jul · Shift 2 · Chemistry Q43

ChemistrySingle correct+4 / -1Question 43 of 90

Arrange the following in increasing order of reactivity towards nitration

A. p-xylene
B. bromobenzene
C. mesitylene
D. nitrobenzene
E. benzene

Choose the correct answer from the options given below

C < D < E < A < B

D < B < E < A < C

D < C < E < A < B

C < D < E < B < A

Answer and worked solution

Official answer: B

Activating methyl groups raise the rate (mesitylene > p-xylene > benzene). Br deactivates mildly and $\mathrm{NO_2}$ strongly.

D < B < E < A < C. (B)

JEE Main 2022 · 28 Jul · Shift 2, Chemistry question 43