NEET Chemistry Elimination Reactions MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing the elimination reaction of 2-bromo-3-methylbutane forming alkenes. Which of the following structures represents the major product of this reaction?
2-methyl-2-butene
3-methyl-1-butene
2-methyl-1-butene
3-methyl-2-butene
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
According to Zaitsev's rule, the major product is the alkene with the greater number of alkyl groups attached to the doubly bonded carbon atoms. 2-methyl-2-butene has more alkyl substituents on the double bond, making it the major product.
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