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Question
The correct increasing order of basic strength for the following compounds is ______.
(I)
(II)
(III)
Options
II < III < I
III < I < II
III < II < I
II < I < III
Solution
The correct increasing order of basic strength for the following compounds is II < I < III.
Explanation:
The greater the electron density towards the ring, the greater its basic strength. The electron-withdrawing group reduces basic strength, whereas the electron-donating group increases basic strength.
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