Question

The function of $AlC{l}_3$ in Friedel-Crafts reaction is

• A. to absorb HCl
• B. to absorb water
• C. to produce nucleophile
• D. to produce electrophile

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

The function of $AlC{l}_3$, in Friedel-Craft reaction, is to produce electrophile, which later add to benzene nucleus.