6. Thermodynamics and Kinetics
Hammond Postulate
4PRACTICE PROBLEM
The more stable 3° carbocation forms faster than the 2° carbocation as shown below. Draw a reaction coordinate diagram illustrating that the most stable intermediate forms first.
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The more stable 3° carbocation forms faster than the 2° carbocation as shown below. Draw a reaction coordinate diagram illustrating that the most stable intermediate forms first.