When nitrobenzene is treated with `Br_(2)` in presence of `FeBr_(3)`, the major product formed is `m-`bromo`-`nitrobenzene. Statement which is related to obtain the `m-`isomer is

Options

A. The electron density on meta-carbon is more than that on ortho and para-positions
B. The intermediate carbonium ion formed after initial attack of `Br^(+)` at the meta-position is least destablised
C. Loss of aromaticity when `Br^(+)` attacks at the ortho and para-positions and not at meta position.
D. Easier loss of `H^(+)` to regain aromaticity from the meta-position than from ortho and para-positions

Answer

A, D

Explanation

Hence, the electron density on meta-carbon is more than that on ortho and para-position and easier loss of `H^(+)` to regain aromaticity from the meta-position than from ortho and para-positions.