The function of \(\mathrm{ACl}_3\) in Friedel-Craft's reaction is to

The function of \(\mathrm{ACl}_3\) in Friedel-Craft's reaction is to
  1. absorb \(\mathrm{HCl}\)
  2. absorb water
  3. produce nucleophile
  4. produce electrophile.

Asked in: NEET 2009 (Mains)

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