Q. The reaction,
Benzene + methyl halide Toluene,
is known as

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Solution:

Benzene reacts with methyl iodide in the presence of anhydrous to form toluene. Reaction is called as Friedel-Crafts reaction. It is used for alkylation and acylation of benzene nucleus.

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