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How is benzophenone prepared by Friedal Craft's reaction?

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By Friedel Crafts reaction: Benzoylation of benzene takes place in presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride as a catalyst. Benzoyl cation (C6H5CO+) is the electrophile.

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