Chapter 16, Problem 16.19P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Two different methods to prepare the given compound with the help of Friedel-crafts reaction is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The reaction between acyl chloride with benzene in presence of ${\text{AlCl}}_{\text{3}}$ is a friedal craft acylation reaction. In friedal craft acylation reaction, ${\text{AlCl}}_{\text{3}}$ acts as a lewis acid catalyst. It is a method of insertion of carbonyl group on benzene ring.