The increasing stability order of the following compounds (1 )CH3 CH2 CH2+(2) (CH₃)₃C+(3) CH3 CH2 CH+ CH3 are ?
Correct answer: C. 2> 3 > 1
- A. 1 > 2 > 3
- B. 3 > 2 > 1
- C. 2> 3 > 1
- D. 3 > 1 > 2
Explanation
1. CH₃CH₂CH₂⁺ (Primary carbocation):This is a primary carbocation, meaning it has one alkyl group attached directly to the positively charged carbon atom. Primary carbocations are the least stable among the three options because they lack electron-donating alkyl groups to help stabilize the positive charge.2. (CH₃)₃C⁺ (Tertiary carbocation):This is a tertiary carbocation, meaning it has three alkyl groups attached to the positively charged carbon atom. Tertiary carbocations are the most stable among the three options because they benefit from the electron-donating nature of the three alkyl groups, which helps stabilize the positive charge.3. CH3CH2CH+CH3 (Secondary carbocation):This is a secondary carbocation, meaning it has two alkyl groups attached to the positively charged carbon atom. Secondary carbocations are intermediate in stability between primary and tertiary carbocations.
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