18.4—The following reactions of benzene

Know the following reactions of benzene, limited to: i oxygen in air (combustion to form a smoky flame) ii bromine, in the presence of a catalyst iii a mixture of concentrated nitric and sulfuric acids iv fuming sulfuric acid v halogenoalkanes and acyl chlorides with aluminium chloride as catalyst (Friedel-Crafts reaction).

Use —the following reactions of benzene to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because —the following reactions of benzene determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply —the following reactions of benzene to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: —The following reactions of benzene is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.