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Chemistry Question on Aromaticity & chemistry of aromatic compounds

Which of the following compound will most easily be attacked by an electrophile?

A

Electrophile 1

B

Electrophile 2

C

Electrophile 3

D

Electrophile 4

Answer

Electrophile 4

Explanation

Solution

Higher the electron density in the benzene ring more easily it will be attacked by an electrophile. Phenol has the highest electron density amongst all the given compound.
The Correct Option is 4.