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Statement-1. The reaction of conc. `HNO_3` and conc. `H_2SO_4` on nitrobenzene gives m- dinitrobenzene. Statement-2. The nitro group in benzene ring decreases the electron density in the benzene ring.A. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True , Statement-2 is a correct explanation for Statement-1B. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True , Statement-2 is not a correct explanation for Statement-1C. Statement- 1 is True, Statement-2 is FalseD. Statement-1 is False, Statement -2 is True

Answer» Correct Answer - B
Correct explanation. The nitro group in nitrobenzene mainly decreases the electron density at o- an p-positions and hence is m-directing.


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