Replacement of `Cl` of chlorobenzene to give phenol require drastic conditions but chlorine of `2,4`-dinitrochlorobenzene is readily replaced because .

Options

A. `-NO_2` group makes the ring electron rich at ortho and para positions
B. `-NO_2` group withdraws electrons from meta position
C. `-NO_2` donates electrons at meta positions
D. `-NO_2` withdraws electrons from ortho and para positions

Answer

D

Explanation

`-NO_2`withdraws electrons from the carbon chloride group making the C - Cl bond weak.