Topic 5 - Introduction To Alkenes ( Part 2)

Question 1

Define electrophilic addition

Answer 1

The reaction mechanism shows how electrophiles attack the double bond in alkenes. When the double bond is broken, a carbocation forms. This is a carbon atom with only three bonds, meaning it has a positive charge.

Question 2

Define electrophiles

Answer 2

Are electron acceptors and are attracted to areas of high electron density.

Question 3

Give some of the most common electrophiles

Answer 3

HBr
Br₂
H₂SO₄