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In electrophilic substitution reactions, why does the carboxyl group act as a meta-directing group?
ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsNEET
Options:
  • A Due to its activating effect on the ring
  • B Due to its ortho-directing effect
  • C Due to its resonance properties
  • D Due to its steric hindrance
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Due to its resonance properties
The carboxyl group's meta-directing effect in electrophilic substitution reactions is due to its resonance properties, which stabilize the meta position.

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