Question

The o, p-directing but deactivating group is ______.

Options

• \[\ce{- NH2}\]

• \[\ce{- OH}\]

• R - (alkyl)

• X - (Halogen)

Answer 1

The o, p-directing but deactivating group is X - (Halogen).

Explanation:

Halogen are deactivating (–I > + m) but o–p directing due to + M effect.