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In the synthesis of p-bromonitrobenzene from benzene, which reagent is used to introduce the bromine substituent?
In the synthesis of p-bromonitrobenzene from benzene, which reagent is used to introduce the bromine substituent?
When two similar o,p-directing groups are present, why is substitution at the ortho position hindered?
When two similar o,p-directing groups are present, why is substitution at the ortho position hindered?
In the case of conflicting directing effects of two groups, which effect generally predominates if one group is much more strongly activating than the other?
In the case of conflicting directing effects of two groups, which effect generally predominates if one group is much more strongly activating than the other?
Why is the benzylic hydroxy group unusually reactive in many situations?
Why is the benzylic hydroxy group unusually reactive in many situations?
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What is the reason for the greater reactivities of benzylic halides compared to non-benzylic alkyl halides?
What is the reason for the greater reactivities of benzylic halides compared to non-benzylic alkyl halides?
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