Chapter 14, Problem 1Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given reaction of benzene is inconsistent with the assertion that benzene is aromatic is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Aromatic compounds are substancesthat contain alternating single and double bond in its chemical structure. All atoms must participate in resonance.

A compound is said to be aromatic if it satisfies Huckel' rule, that is, $\left(\text{4n}+\text{2}\right)$, where $\text{n}$ is the number of pi electrons.

An aromatic compound is more stable than an antiaromatic compound.