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p-methoxyaniline is a stronger base than aniline but p-nitroaniline is a weaker base than aniline. Explain.

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To understand why p-methoxyaniline is a stronger base than aniline, while p-nitroaniline is a weaker base than aniline, we need to analyze the effects of the substituent groups on the aniline structure. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Structures**: - **Aniline**: The base structure is C6H5NH2. - **p-Methoxyaniline**: The methoxy group (-OCH3) is attached to the para position of the aniline ring. - **p-Nitroaniline**: The nitro group (-NO2) is attached to the para position of the aniline ring. ...
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