What is the major organic product of the following reaction? [Benzene] + HNO3 --H2SO4--> A: 1,4-dinitrobenzene B: phenol C: nitrocyclohexane D: nitrobenzene A B C D
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However, I can explain the general process of nitration, which is what occurs when an organic compound reacts with nitric acid (HNO3) in the presence of sulfuric acid (H2SO4). Let's assume you are starting with benzene (C6H6) as the organic compound for this Show more…
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