The reaction CH₂=CH₂ + HBr → CH₃-CH₂Br is an example of:
Solution
Alkene + HBr: electrophilic addition. H⁺ ( electrophile) adds first, then Br⁻ attacks the carbocation.
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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Organic Chemistry: Basic Principles · Topic: Types of Organic Reactions
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