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Q.

Towards, nucleophilic substitution chlorobenzene is
 

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a

More reactive than ethyl chloride

b

 More reactive than isopropyl chloride

c

As reactive as methyl chloride

d

Less reactive than benzyl chloride

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

  • A functional group within another molecule that lacks electrons is replaced by an electron-rich chemical species in a chemical reaction known as a nucleophilic substitution.
  • The lone pairs on the Cl atom in chlorobenzene engage in resonance with the pi electrons of benzene, giving the C-Cl bond double bond characteristics, which reduces reactivity.

Hence , the correct option  (D). Less reactive than benzyl chloride

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Towards, nucleophilic substitution chlorobenzene is