Aromatic Compounds and Reactivity

Hard Organic Chemistry Aromatic Compounds

In organic chemistry, aromatic compounds are characterized by their unique stability and specific structural features. Consider the following aromatic hydrocarbons: benzene, toluene, and naphthalene. Each compound possesses a distinct substituent that can affect its chemical reactivity and properties. Which of the following statements about these aromatic compounds is TRUE?

Benzene exhibits stronger nucleophilic substitution reactions than toluene due to the absence of any alkyl substituents.

Toluene is less aromatic than benzene because it contains a methyl group that destabilizes the aromatic ring.

Naphthalene has a higher boiling point than benzene due to its larger π electron system.

All aromatic compounds can undergo nucleophilic substituion reactions with equal ease.

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