JEE Main Chemistry question

ChemistryOrganic Chemistry - Some Basic Principles and TechniquesJEE Main

In ³CH₃–²CH₂–¹CH₂–Cl, which numbered carbon atom will have the maximum δ⁺ charge?

Answer: 1

Solution

The inductive electron-withdrawal of the electronegative chlorine is strongest at the carbon directly bonded to it.

Question ID VK-140440