(Trifluoromethyl)benzene, C6H5CF3, will nitrate rapidly or slowly in which positions?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the reactivity of trifluoromethylbenzene in terms of its nitration positions, specifically whether it will nitrate rapidly or slowly and in which positions (ortho, para, or meta).
Answer
Nitrate slowly in the meta position.
(Trifluoromethyl)benzene, C6H5CF3, will nitrate slowly in the meta position.
Answer for screen readers
(Trifluoromethyl)benzene, C6H5CF3, will nitrate slowly in the meta position.
More Information
The trifluoromethyl group (CF3) is an electron-withdrawing group that directs electrophilic substitution reactions to the meta position, typically causing slower reactions due to decreased electron density on the ring.
Tips
Be cautious of the position and rate of nitration related to different substituents. Electron-withdrawing groups generally direct electrophiles to the meta position.
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