Question

The reaction of 2,3-dimethylbuta-1,3-diene and HBr (1:1 mole) gives two products I and II

i) which of the two products (I or II) is the 1,4-addition product? Explain the significance of the number 1 and 4?

ii) which of the two products would be more stable? Explain.

iii) what is the structure of the carbonation that leads to I and II.

iv) which product I or II is the kinetic product? Explain your choice.

v) which product I or II is the thermodynamic product? Explain your choice.

Answer 1

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