"-NO₂" (nitro group) is a strong electron-withdrawing group (EWG). Due to this electron-withdrawing nature, it deactivates the aromatic ring, particularly at the ortho and para positions. The meta positions are comparatively less deactivated, so the incoming electrophile is directed to the meta position.
Which one of the following is a meta-director?
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