3.7.5 Electrophilic Addition Flashcards by Seb Muk | Brainscape

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What can alkenes undergo electrophilic addition with?

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Hydrogen halides
Halogens
Concentrated sulphuric acid

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What is the general mechanism for the electrophilic addition of alkenes?

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How do you know which carbon becomes a carbocation?

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Carbocations increase in stability in this order : Primary, secondary, tetiary
So make sure the Carbocation formed is tertiary, if not secondary, if not primary

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