Question

Identify the major product of the following reaction: bromination of aniline (Br2} + NaOH).

• A.

  

• B.

  

• C.

  

• D.

  

Hint:

Aniline in alkaline Br2} gives white precipitate of 2,4,6-tribromoaniline instantly.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

In basic medium (NaOH), aniline reacts with Br2} to give tribromo derivative.
The electron-donating –NH2} group activates ortho and para positions, resulting in substitution at all three activated positions.