Interpretation: The reason corresponding to the fact that the benzene is less reactive toward electrophiles than an
Concept introduction: Benzene is an
Answer to Problem 18.1P
The benzene is less reactive toward electrophiles than an alkene because of its stability and aromaticity.
Explanation of Solution
Benzene is an aromatic compound. A non-aromatic compound is formed by the addition reaction of benzene. It gives an unstable product. Benzene undergoes substitution reaction because the aromaticity of benzene does not get affected. Hence, benzene is less reactive toward electrophiles than an alkene because of its stability and aromaticity.
The benzene is less reactive toward electrophiles than an alkene because of its stability and aromaticity.
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