MHT CET · Chemistry · Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
Identify the major product formed in the bromination of 2-Methylpropane.
- A 1-Bromopropane
- B 2-Bromopropane
- C 1-Bromo-2-methylpropane
- D 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane
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Correct Answer
(D) 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane
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This is because the intermediate formed is \(3^{\circ}\) alkyl radical which is more stable than \(1^{\circ}\) alkyl radical.
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