Select the structure of the major product formed in the following reaction: CH3 + Br2 -> ?
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The question is asking for the identification of the major product resulting from the reaction of a specific hydrocarbon with bromine under ultraviolet light. The user needs to determine which of the provided structures (I to V) represents this major product.
Answer
III
The final answer is III.
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The final answer is III.
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In free radical substitution with Br2, the most substituted carbon attracts the bromine radical due to higher stability, leading to the major product.
Tips
A common mistake is to not consider the stability of the radical formed during bromination, leading to wrong product selection.
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