Chemistry-Alkenes

NEET Chemistry Alkenes MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

Consider a diagram showing the reaction of propene with HBr in the presence of peroxide. Which product is formed by this reaction?

Question diagram
A

1-Bromopropane

B

2-Bromopropane

C

3-Bromopropane

D

Isopropyl bromide

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In the presence of peroxide, the addition of HBr to propene occurs anti to the Markovnikov rule, leading to the formation of 1-bromopropane, as highlighted by the Kharash effect.

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