A-LevelChemistryHydrocarbons9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2010 · Q211 Mark

Nine compounds have molecular formula C₄H₈Br₂. Which compound may be synthesised from an alkene by an addition reaction?

A1,1-dibromobutane

B1,2-dibromobutane

C1,3-dibromobutane

D1,3-dibromomethylpropane

✓ Correct answer

B: 1,2-dibromobutane

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Topic: Hydrocarbons, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2010 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 21.

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