Chemistry-Alkenes
NEET Chemistry Alkenes Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11
Assertion (A): The addition of bromine to alkenes results in the discharge of the reddish orange color of bromine solution. | Reason (R): The addition of bromine to alkenes is an example of an electrophilic addition reaction involving cyclic halonium ion formation.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The reddish orange color of bromine is discharged because bromine adds to the unsaturation site in alkenes, which is an electrophilic addition reaction involving halonium ion formation.
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