Question
Question: What is correct order of electrophillic addition of following alkene ? (I) Ph2C=CH2 (II) Ph–CH=CHPh...
What is correct order of electrophillic addition of following alkene ?
(I) Ph2C=CH2 (II) Ph–CH=CHPh (III) Ph–CH=CHMe
A
I > III > II
B
III > II > I
C
I > II > III
D
I = II > III
Answer
I > III > II
Explanation
Solution
Electron releasing group and stability of carbocation/halonium ion will decide rate of reaction in electrophilic addition reaction.