Identify the Order of Reactions in the Mechanism of an Addition

question 124

Multiple Choice

Identify the order of reactions in the mechanism of an addition reaction between HCl and 2-butene.
1. reaction of a chloride ion with an intermediate to form 2-chlorobutane
2. formation of a secondary carbocation intermediate
3. addition of a proton to 2-butene

• A) 1, 2, 3
• B) 2, 1, 3
• C) 3, 2, 1
• D) 2, 3, 1

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Definitions:

Synthesis

The process of combining two or more entities to form something new, often referring to the chemical creation of a compound.

Organic Product

A substance resulting from the chemical reactions of organic compounds, often used in various industries.

Reaction

A series of reactions where initial substances, the reactants, are turned into different resulting substances, the products.

PhNHCHO

PhNHCHO, also known as N-phenylformamide, is an organic compound featuring a formamide group attached to a phenyl ring.