NEETChemistry-Organic Chemistry
NEET Chemistry Carbocation Stability MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
What is the correct order of decreasing stability of the following cations?
A
II > I > III
B
II > III > I
C
III > I > II
D
I > II > III
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The stability of carbocations is influenced by hyperconjugation and resonance. Tertiary carbocations are more stable than secondary and primary.
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