Question:
Despite their – I effect, halogens are o- and p-directing in halo-arenes. Explain.
Solution:
Halogens have an outer configuration of ns2p5 which shows it can accept one electron and are close to completing its octate; halogens show a strong affinity to attract
one electron and thus having a higher electronegativity and show negative inductive effect.
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