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Is methyl electron-donating or withdrawing?

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The question is asking whether a methyl group has the effect of donating or withdrawing electrons in a chemical context. This relates to understanding the electronic effects of substituents in organic chemistry.

Answer

Methyl group is electron-donating.

The final answer is that a methyl group is electron-donating.

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is that a methyl group is electron-donating.

More Information

Methyl groups donate electrons mainly through inductive effects. This is due to the slight electronegativity difference between carbon and hydrogen.

Tips

Common mistake is confusing the inductive effect with the behavior of methyl groups when attached to different atoms, like boron.

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