What is the major product when benzoic a

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Question:

What is the major product when benzoic acid reacts with a nitration mixture?

Options:

o-Nitrobenzoic acid

m-Nitrobenzoic acid

p-Nitrobenzoic acid

o,p-Nitrobenzoic acid

Correct Answer:

m-Nitrobenzoic acid

Explanation:

Benzoic acid reacts with a nitration mixture to produce m-Nitrobenzoic acid.