Question

The product A formed in the following reaction is:

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Answer 2

In this reaction, aniline ($C_6H_5NH_2$) undergoes diazotization with sodium nitrite ($\text{NaNO}_2$) and hydrochloric acid at $0^\circ \text{C}$. The resulting diazonium salt reacts with copper chloride ($\text{CuCl}_2$) to form chlorobenzene ($C_6H_5Cl$).

Thus, the product $A$ is chlorobenzene, $C_6H_5Cl$.

The Correct Answer is: $C_6H_5Cl$