Solution Found!

Rank the following carbocations in decreasing order of

Chapter 5, Problem 29P

(choose chapter or problem)

Get Unlimited Answers
QUESTION:

Rank the following carbocations in decreasing order of stability. Classify each as primary, secondary, or tertiary.

Equation Transcription:

Text Transcription:

(CH3)2CHCH2-CH2

CH3-CH-CH(CH3)2

CH3-C(CH3)CH2CH3

Questions & Answers

QUESTION:

Rank the following carbocations in decreasing order of stability. Classify each as primary, secondary, or tertiary.

Equation Transcription:

Text Transcription:

(CH3)2CHCH2-CH2

CH3-CH-CH(CH3)2

CH3-C(CH3)CH2CH3

ANSWER:

Answer :

Step 1

Carbocations are classified according to the number of alkyl substituents hat are bonded to the positively charged carbon: 

(a)A primary carbocation has one such substituent,

(b)A secondary carbocation has two

(c)A tertiary carbocation has three.

Add to cart


Study Tools You Might Need

Not The Solution You Need? Search for Your Answer Here:

×

Login

Login or Sign up for access to all of our study tools and educational content!

Forgot password?
Register Now

×

Register

Sign up for access to all content on our site!

Or login if you already have an account

×

Reset password

If you have an active account we’ll send you an e-mail for password recovery

Or login if you have your password back