Chapter 23, Problem 43PS

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The equation for the nitartion reaction of 1,2-dimethylbenzene should be written. The structures with name of the two organic product formed should be drawn.

Concept introduction:

Nitration reaction: The reaction where a nitro group is introduced to an organic compound which reacts with $\text{conc}{\text{. HNO}}_3$ in presence of ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}{\text{SO}}_{\text{4}}$ is known as Nitration reaction. The nitration of benzene ring occurs via ${\text{NO}}_{\text{2}}{}^{\text{+}}$ intermediate. The electrophile will be substituted at ortho and para position of the ring.