Question
Question: What is the chief product obtained when n-butane is treated with Br2 in the presence of light at 130...
What is the chief product obtained when n-butane is treated with Br2 in the presence of light at 1300C ?
A
CH3 – CH2 – CHBr – CH3
B
(CH3)2CHCH2Br
C
(CH3)3CBr
D
CH3 – CH2 – CH2 – CH2 – Br
Answer
CH3 – CH2 – CHBr – CH3
Explanation
Solution
Br2 has a much regioselectivity so chif product formed is 2-bromobutane