Predict the nature of the M-effect when 'Cl' and 'NO_(2)' groups are attached to the benzene ring. Write the different resonating structures.

Predict the nature of the M-effect when 'Cl' and 'NO_(2)' groups are a

1.	Predict the nature of the M-effect when 'Cl' and 'NO_(2)' groups are attached to the benzene ring. Write the different resonating structures.
Answer» SOLUTION :In chlorobenzene, the CHLORINE ATOM has `+M` EFFECT, (electron releasing effect) In nitrobenzene, `-NO_(2)` group has `-M` effect, (electron withdrawing effect)