Q. T.N.T. is produced by the nitration of :

A
Toluene
B
Benzene
C
Chloral
D
Propene
Solution:

Trinitrotoluene , or more specifically 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene, is a chemical compound with the formula C6H2(NO2)3CH3.

This yellow solid is sometimes used as a reagent in chemical synthesis, but it is best known as an explosive material with convenient handling properties.

The explosive yield of TNT is considered to be the standard measure of bombs and the power of explosives. In chemistry, TNT is used to generate charge transfer salts.

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