MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

In Gatterman reaction, which of the following catalyst is used?

(A)CO, HCl and anhyd.
(B)Copper powder and HBrCorrect
(C)Cu + Aq.
(D)KOH +

Answer: (B)

Solution

In the Gattermann reaction, a benzenediazonium salt is converted to the aryl halide by warming with copper powder and the corresponding halogen acid: and C_6H_5N_2^+Br^-$

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