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Which of the following catalysts is used in Friedel-Crafts reaction for preparation of toluene from benzene?
Which of the following catalysts is used in Friedel-Crafts reaction for preparation of toluene from benzene?
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The correct option is A Anhydrous aluminium chloride
When Benzene reacted with Methyl chloride in presence anhydrous Aluminium chloride, then it produces Toluene. Anhydrous Aluminium chloride acts as catalyst .This is called as Friedel crafts alkylation reaction.
When Benzene reacted with Methyl chloride in presence anhydrous Aluminium chloride, then it produces Toluene. Anhydrous Aluminium chloride acts as catalyst .This is called as Friedel crafts alkylation reaction.
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