Question
Write the structures and names of the compounds formed when compound ‘$A’$ with molecular formula, $\ce{C_7H_8}$ is treated with $\ce{Cl_2}$ in the presence of $\ce{FeCl_3}$.
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Answer
The given compound '$A'$ with molecular formula, $\ce{C_7 H_8}, $ represents an aromatic compound 'toluene.
Chlorination of toluene is brought about in presence of a catalyst $\ce{FeCl_3}$ yields the above products.
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