In Aromatic Nitration Reactions,nitric Acid (HNO₃)is Used in Conjunction with the Stronger

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Multiple Choice

In aromatic nitration reactions,nitric acid (HNO₃) is used in conjunction with the stronger acid,sulfuric acid,H₂SO₄,to form an intermediate.Which of the following could be the formula for this intermediate?

• A)NO₃^-
• B)H₃SO₄⁺
• C)H₂NO₃⁺
• D)HNO₂

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