Can Gatterman Koch Reaction Be Considered Similar To Friedel Crafts Acylation

Can Gatterman Koch reaction be considered similar to Friedel Craft’s acylation ?

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Gattermann-Koch reaction can be considered similar to Friedel-Crafts acylation. Acylation reactions, benzene (or any other arene) is treated with an acid chloride in presence of anhyd. .