Benzene Behaves Differently from a Hydrocarbon Which Simply Contains Three

question 8

Multiple Choice

Benzene behaves differently from a hydrocarbon which simply contains three C C bonds in that the latter would be expected to react much more readily with ________.

• A)H₂
• B)Cl₂
• C)Br₂
• D)HCl
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Conditional Probabilities

The probability of a specific event happening after another event has already taken place.

IUPAC

The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry, an organization that sets standards for naming chemical compounds.

Compound

A mixture resulting from the chemical combination of two or more elements in exact proportions.

Anisole

A colorless liquid organic compound, essentially methoxybenzene, used in perfume and flavoring.