Q27Short answer
Arrange the following set of compounds in the order of their decreasing relative reactivity with an electrophile.Give reason.
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The +R effect of —OCH3 > —Cl and —NO2 has a – R effect. Relative reactivity of the substituted benzene rings is as follows : C6H5—OCH3 > C6H5—Cl > C6H5–NO2