Asked by Alyssa Armendariz on Jul 31, 2024
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Which of the following intermediates is thought to occur in the mechanism by which alkenes are hydrated in the presence of acid?
A) carbanion
B) carbocation
C) free radical
D) carbene
E) alkyne
Carbanion
A negatively charged ion (anion) that consists of a carbon atom having a pair of non-bonded electrons.
Free Radical
Highly reactive atoms or molecules with an unpaired electron, involved in various chemical reactions.
Carbene
A highly reactive molecule featuring a carbon atom with two non-bonded electrons, making it very reactive.
- Identify intermediates in the mechanism of alkene hydration in acidic conditions.
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Zybrea KnightAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The mechanism by which alkenes are hydrated in the presence of acid involves the formation of a carbocation intermediate. The carbocation is formed by protonation of the double bond, and then water attacks the positively charged carbon to form an alcohol.
Learning Objectives
- Identify intermediates in the mechanism of alkene hydration in acidic conditions.
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