What is the major product when anisole (methoxybenzene) undergoes nitration?
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What is the major product when anisole (methoxybenzene) undergoes nitration?
Nitroanisole (ortho)
Nitroanisole (para)
Dinitroanisole
Anisole
The major product is para-nitroanisole due to the electron-donating effect of the methoxy group, which directs the electrophile to the para position.
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Q: What is the major product when anisole (methoxybenzene) undergoes nitration?
Solution: The major product is para-nitroanisole due to the electron-donating effect of the methoxy group, which directs the electrophile to the para position.
