a. How many s bond orbitals are available for overlap with the vacant p orbital in the methyl cation?b. Which is more stable: a methyl cation or an ethyl cation? Why?
Chem 112 9-14-16 Equilibrium A state in which opposing forces or influence are balanced. (Google) o Chemistry-specific: A state in which a process and its reverse are occurring at equal rates so that no overall change is taking place. (Google) Equilibrium process example: o 2NO + Br 2 2NOBr Chemical Equilibrium o Preferred state of 2 O at: 120 deg C: gas Equilibrium reaction: 2 O (l) H 2(g) 37 deg C: liquid Equilibrium reaction: 2 O (l) H 2 (g) -10 deg C: solid