In the reaction of ethene with bromine the intermediate formed is:
Correct answer: A. A
- A. A
- B. B
- C. C
- D. D
Explanation
The reaction of ethene with bromine is a typical example of electrophilic addition reaction. In this reaction, the first step involves the formation of an intermediate called a bromonium ion. This is formed due to the addition of bromine molecule across the double bond of ethene. The bromonium ion is a cyclic intermediate having a positive charge on the bromine atom. The correct representation of the intermediate formed in the reaction is given in (A) option. This intermediate is highly reactive and can react with a nucleophile to form the final product
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