what-is-the-primary-reason-that-benzene-undergoes-electrophilic-aromatic-substit

Question

What is the primary reason that benzene undergoes Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution (EAS) rather than addition reactions?

Accepted Answer

EAS allows benzene to maintain its aromaticity, which is energetically favorable.

Answer

Addition reactions do not occur because benzene lacks unsaturation.

Answer

Benzene cannot form bonds with electrophiles in addition reactions.

Answer

EAS is the only reaction type benzene can undergo due to its structure.