What is the product formed when toluene

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Question:

What is the product formed when toluene reacts with chlorine molecule?

Options:

m-Chlorotoluene

Chlorobenzene

Benzyl chloride

p-Chlorotoluene

Correct Answer:

Benzyl chloride

Explanation:

Toluene reacts with chlorine molecule to produce benzyl chloride.