The explosive TNT (2,4,6-trinitrotoluene) can be made by nitrating toluene with a mixture of nitric and sulfuric

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The explosive TNT (2,4,6-trinitrotoluene) can be made by nitrating toluene with a mixture of nitric and sulfuric acids, but the reaction conditions must gradually be made more severe as the nitration proceeds. Explain why.
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Organic Chemistry A Short Course

ISBN: 978-1111425562

13th edition

Authors: Harold Hart, Christopher M. Hadad, Leslie E. Craine, David J. Hart

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