Question
Chemistry Question on Alkenes
The most reactive alkene HBr among the following is
A
(CH3)2C=C(CH3)2
B
CH2=CH2
C
(CH3)2C=CH2
D
CH3CH=CHCH3
Answer
(CH3)2C=C(CH3)2
Explanation
Solution
(CH3)2C=C(CH3)2 has the least heat of hydrogenation and also forms most stable 3∘ carbocation.