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 Br₂ and FeBr₃?

Options:

o-Bromobenzoic acid

m-Bromobenzoic acid

p-Bromobenzoic acid

m,p-Bromobenzoic acid

Correct Answer:

m-Bromobenzoic acid

Explanation:

benzoic acid reacts with Br₂ and FeBr₃ to produce m-Bromobenzoic acid.