Q.

Decreasing order of – IE power of given groups is

1) CN

2) NO2

3) NH3

4) F

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a

3>2>4>1

b

2>3>4>1

c

2>1>4>3

d

3>2>1>4

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

-I effect: An atom or group of atoms which has greater tendency to attract α electrons when compared with hydrogen is called electron withdrawing group. It is said to be exhibiting negative inductive effect(-I).

Ex: Halogens, like F, Cl ; -OH, -NH3, -CN, -NO2, -CHO

Therefore, decreasing order of – I.E power of given groups is

NO2>CN>F>NH3

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