Question

Aniline can be industrially prepared from nitrobenzene by using :

• A. ${LiAlH}_4$
• B. $Na/C_2{H}_{5}OH$
• C. $Sn/HCl$
• D. $Fe$ steam and $HCl$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $Fe$ steam and $HCl$

Industrial method for preparation of aniline from nitrobenzene includes use of iron, steam and $HCl$.

The laboratory method includes us of tin and conc. $HCl$ for the reduction of nitrobenzene to aniline.

Option D is correct.