NEET2013Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
NEET 2013 Chemistry Carbocations MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Arrange the following in increasing order of stability: i. (CH₃)₂C⁻CH₂-CH₃ ii. (CH₃)₃C iii. (CH₃)₂CH iv. CH₂CH₂ v. CH₃
A
v < iv < iii < i < ii
B
iv < v < iii < i < ii
C
i < v < iv < iii < ii
D
v < iv < ii < iii < i
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The stability of carbocations increases with the number of alkyl groups attached to the positively charged carbon. Tertiary carbocations are more stable than secondary, which are more stable than primary.
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