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Hydrohalogenation Reactions

22. Organic Chemistry / Hydrohalogenation Reactions / Problem 2

Describe the intermediate formed in the addition reaction of HBr to cyclopentene (an alkene).

A

The intermediate has a negatively charged carbon. It is known as a carbanion.

B

The intermediate has a positively charged carbon. It is known as a carbanion.

C

The intermediate has a positively charged carbon. It is known as a carbocation.

D

The intermediate has a positively charged carbon. It is known as a carbanion.

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