Question

The function of $Al{Cl}_3$ in Friedel-Craft's reaction is:

• A. To absorb $HCl$
• B. To absorb water
• C. To produce nucleophile
• D. To produce electrophile

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

To produce electrophile

The function of $Al{Cl}_3$ in Friedel-Crafts reaction, is to produce electrophile which later attack on benzene.