Q. When excess of $C_{6}H_{6}$ reacts with $CH_{2}Cl_{2}$ in presence of anhydrous $AlCl_{3}$, the following compound is obtained
A) [image:13_image102.emf]
B) [image:13_image103.emf]
C) [image:13_image104.emf]
D) [image:13_image105.emf]
Explanation
(d)
When excess of benzene reacts with $CH_{2}Cl_{2}$ in presence of anhy. $AlCl_{3}$,diphenylmethane is obtained
[image:13_image271.emf]
This reaction is an example of Friedel-Crafts’ reaction
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.