JEE MAIN - Chemistry (2017 - 9th April Morning Slot - No. 7)

Which of the following compounds is most reactive to an aqueous solution of sodium carbonate ?
JEE Main 2017 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot Chemistry - Basics of Organic Chemistry Question 201 English Option 1
JEE Main 2017 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot Chemistry - Basics of Organic Chemistry Question 201 English Option 2
JEE Main 2017 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot Chemistry - Basics of Organic Chemistry Question 201 English Option 3
JEE Main 2017 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot Chemistry - Basics of Organic Chemistry Question 201 English Option 4

Explanation

Among the given compounds, cyclopentadiene is most reactive to an aqueous solution of sodium carbonate. It forms cyclopentadienyl anion which is aromatic and therefore, highly stable.

JEE Main 2017 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot Chemistry - Basics of Organic Chemistry Question 201 English Explanation

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