M.Sc. Bio-Physics (PU-CET P.G) 2019 Panjab University Entrance Exam With Answers

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Replacement of Cl of chlorobenzene to give phenol requires drastic conditions, but Cl of 2,4 dinitro chlorobenzene is readily replaced. This is because,

A: -NO2 group makes the ring electron rich at ortho and para positions
B: -NO2 group withdraws electrons from meta position
C: -NO2 donates electrons at meta position
D: -NO2 withdraws electron from ortho and para positions

The answer is: D