Out of benzene, m-dinitrobenzene and toluene which will undergo nitration most easily and why?
How will you explain the directive influence of alkyl group (in the case of toluene)?
Arrange the following set of compounds in order of their decreasing relative reactivity with an electrophile E+:
(a) Chlorobenzene; 2, 4-dinitrochlorobenzene, p- nitro chlorobenzene
What is liquified petroleum gas (L.P.G.)?
This is generally a mixture of propane and butane (n-butane as well as isobutane) compressed under pressure as a liquid and stored in iron cylinders. It is the major source of household fuel because the combustion of both propane and butane is almost complete without any unburnt carbon released to the atmosphere.
Discuss measures for the control of pollution problems with special reference to the use of C.N.G.