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Which of the following is active species in sulphonation of benzene ?

A

`H_(2)SO_(4)`

B

`SO_(3)`

C

`HSO_(3)^(+)`

D

`SO_(3)^(+)`

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The correct Answer is:
B
The electrophilic involved in sulphonation of benzene is `SO_(3)`.
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