Alkenes questions Flashcards

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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

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2
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What is the use of a plasticiser

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Makes it more flexible

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3
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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

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