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The nitration of a compound is due to the?
 
Options:
A .  NO2
B .  NO3
C .  NO
D .  NO+2
Answer: Option D
:
D
The process of nitration takes place as below
HONO2+2H2SO4 H3O++2HSO4+NO+2
(nitronium ion)
The electrophile responsible for nitration is
NO+2 ion.

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