MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

Which one of the following compound will show addition of HBr to alkene according to markownikoffs rule?

(A)But-2-ene
(B)Hex-3-ene
(C)Ethene
(D)2-methyl propeneCorrect

Answer: (D)

Solution

Markovnikov's rule applies to the addition of an unsymmetrical reagent (HBr) to an unsymmetrical alkene: the negative part (Br) adds to the carbon with fewer hydrogens, i.e. the one that gives the more stable carbocation. But-2-ene (), hex-3-ene (CH_3CH_2CH{=}CHCH_2CH_3) and ethene ()

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