JEE Main Chemistry question

Benzene readily shows

(A)Ring-fission reactions, since it is unstable
(B)Addition reactions, since it is unsaturated
(C)Electrophilic substitution reactions, owing to its stable ring and high π-electron densityCorrect
(D)Nucleophilic substitution reactions, owing to its stable ring and low electron density

Answer: (C)

Solution

Benzene's delocalised, electron-rich π-system makes it an excellent target for electrophiles, and substitution

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