Q.

When benzene is treated with Cl2  under the influence of UV-light, a solid material, MW 291, [X] is formed. Quantitative analysis given its empirical formula CHCl.
When benzene is treated with Cl2  in the presence of FeCl3 , solid material, MW 285, [Y] is formed. Quantitative analysis given its empirical formula CCl.
Identify the correct statement(s)
 

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a

[X] formed by free radical substitution 

b

[Y] formed by electrophilic substitution.

c

[X] on reaction with alc. KOH/Δ  gives [Y]

d

[X] can show optical isomerism

answer is A, D.

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X can show optical isomerism
X is formed by free radical addition
Y is formed by electrophilic substitution
A, D are correct statements

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When benzene is treated with Cl2  under the influence of UV-light, a solid material, MW 291, [X] is formed. Quantitative analysis given its empirical formula CHCl.When benzene is treated with Cl2  in the presence of FeCl3 , solid material, MW 285, [Y] is formed. Quantitative analysis given its empirical formula CCl.Identify the correct statement(s)