Which reagent is commonly used for the Friedel-Crafts alkylation of benzene?

Practice Questions

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Which reagent is commonly used for the Friedel-Crafts alkylation of benzene?
  1. AlCl3
  2. H2SO4
  3. NaOH
  4. KMnO4

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which reagent is commonly used for the Friedel-Crafts alkylation of benzene?
  • Step 1: Understand that Friedel-Crafts alkylation is a chemical reaction that adds alkyl groups to benzene.
  • Step 2: Identify that a catalyst is needed to help this reaction happen more easily.
  • Step 3: Learn that Aluminum chloride (AlCl3) is the common catalyst used in this reaction.
  • Step 4: Remember that the role of AlCl3 is to activate the alkyl halide, making it more reactive with benzene.
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