C5H11Br+NaCN →A →H3O+ B+NaOH →CaO C 'C' has the formula C5H12 which can give four structural isomeric monochloro derivative - Chemistry - Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Question

C 5 H 11 Br + NaCN   → A   → H 3 O +   B
+ NaOH   → CaO   C 'C' has the formula
C5H12 which can give four structural isomeric
monochloro derivative What is the structure of
C5H11Br?

Ravjot Kaur · Accepted Answer

Dear student

Due to inductive effect shown by surrounding atoms secondary
carbocation is more stable
Hence 2-bromopentane is the major product in bromination of
pentane
Hence option (3) is correct

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C 5 H 11 Br + NaCN → A → H 3 O + B + NaOH → CaO C 'C' has the formula C5H12 which can give four structural isomeric monochloro derivative. What is the structure of C5H11Br?

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