University Chemistry ›› 2026, Vol. 41 ›› Issue (7): 468-474.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202506075

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Analysis of Question 9 on electrophilic aromatic substitution from the 38th China Chemistry Olympiad (Preliminary)

Chaojie Li1, Peng Fei2, Yanhui Sun3   

  1. 1 Zhuhai No. 4 Middle School, Zhuhai 519015, Guangdong Province, China;
    2 Zhuhai No. 2 Middle School, Zhuhai 519099, Guangdong Province, China;
    3 School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
  • Received:2025-06-18 Accepted:2025-08-19 Published:2026-06-27
  • Contact: Chaojie Li E-mail:lichj26@mail3.sysu.edu.cn

Abstract: This paper conducts an in-depth analysis of the organic chemistry question (Question 9) from the 38th China Chemistry Olympiad (Preliminary), which primarily examines aromatic electrophilic substitution reactions. Focusing on the application of electronic effects, directing effects, and mechanisms of electrophilic substitution reactions in problem-solving, the study aims to provide valuable references for chemical competition training and enhance comprehensive understanding of aromatic electrophilic substitution reaction mechanisms.

Key words: Chemistry, Olympics, Test question analysis, Electrophilic aromatic substitution