6. Thermodynamics and Kinetics
Carbocation Stability
2PRACTICE PROBLEM
Consider the organohalides A and B, where C―I bonds can undergo bond cleavage to form a carbocation and an iodide anion. Predict which organohalide (A or B) would undergo this process at a faster rate. Provide an explanation for your answer.
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Consider the organohalides A and B, where C―I bonds can undergo bond cleavage to form a carbocation and an iodide anion. Predict which organohalide (A or B) would undergo this process at a faster rate. Provide an explanation for your answer.