Question
Organic Chemistry Question on Stereochemistry
When trans-2-butene is treated with bromine an anti-addition of bromine yields meso-2,3-dibromobutane. Select the correct statement regarding the reaction from the following
A
The reaction is stereoselective as well as stereo specific
B
The reaction is stereoselective and not stereo specific
C
The reaction is nonstereoselective as well as non stereo specific
D
The reaction is stereo specific and not stereo selection
Answer
The reaction is stereoselective as well as stereo specific
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A) : The reaction is stereoselective as well as stereo specific