ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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Chapter 16.1, Problem 1P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The reason corresponding to the fact that the benzene is less reactive toward electrophiles than an alkene, even though it has more π electrons than an alkene is to be stated.

Concept introduction: Benzene is an aromatic compound. It has electrons. It is a stable compound due to the resonance. The molecular formula of benzene is C6H6.

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