Chapter 18.7, Problem 11CC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of the two major products formed from monobromination of toluene has to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Monobromination of Toluene takes place as follows –

                    

Methyl group in toluene is electron releasing group. Presence of electron releasing group on benzene ring increases the electron density at ortho- and para- positions of the benzene ring. Thus the electrophile ${\text{Br}}^{+}$ in this reaction is bonded to ortho and para positions of toluene which are the two major products of monobromination.