Alkenes questions Flashcards
1
Q
Explain why there is an attraction between a C=C double bond and Br2
A
*C=C electron rich / area of high electron density
*Br-Br becomes polarised
*δ+ Br attracted to C=C
2
Q
What is the use of a plasticiser
A
Makes it more flexible
3
Q
Explain why more of isomer E than isomer F is formed in this reaction(this is about major and minor products) -E is major F is minor-
A
*idea that E is formed from/via more stable carbocation
*Idea that 2y carbocation is more stable than 1y carbocation