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Question
Which condition favors mononitration of phenol when it reacts with HNO₃?
Explanation
Dilute HNO₃ at low temperature favors mononitration of phenol, producing a mixture of 2-nitrophenol and 4-nitrophenol, with the para isomer being the major product due to lower steric hindrance.
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