Question
Chemistry Question on Hydrocarbons
The correct order of the addition reaction rates of halogen acids with ethylene is
A
hydrogen chloride > hydrogen bromide > hydrogen iodide
B
hydrogen iodide > hydrogen bromide > hydrogen chloride
C
hydrogen bromide > hydrogen chloride > hydrogen iodide
D
hydrogen iodide > hydrogen chloride > hydrogen bromide
Answer
hydrogen iodide > hydrogen bromide > hydrogen chloride
Explanation
Solution
HI > HBr > HCl (Reactivity or Acidic strength)