Quiz - Reactions of Alkenes - 1 | Reactions of Alkenes

Organic Chemistry 2 - Quiz - Reactions of Alkenes - 1

1

Which of the following conditions results in Markovnikov addition of water to alkenes?

The electrophilic addition of hydrogen halides follows the Markovnikov rule: formation of the most stable carbocation (most substituted carbocation)

2

Which of the following alkene reactions are syn addition?

Syn addition is the addition of 2 substituents to the same side of a double bond or triple bond

3

Which of the following alkene reactions is an anti addition?

Anti addition: addition reaction in which 2 substituents are added to opposite sides of a double bond or triple bond

4

What is the product of the addition of Br2 to (E)-but-2-ene?

Meso compounds are achiral compounds that has multiple chiral centers

5

What is the result of the reaction between cyclohexene and peroxybenzoic acid?

6

What is the role of peroxide in the radical bromination of alkenes?

Radical chain initiators: substances that can produce radical species under mild conditions and promote radical reactions