A-LevelChemistryIntroduction to organic chemistry9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2011 · Q201 Mark

Bromine and propene undergo an addition reaction. Which is a property of the product?

AIt exists in cis-trans isomers.

BIt is more volatile than propene.

CIt possesses a chiral centre.

DIt possesses hydrogen bonding.

✓ Correct answer

C: It possesses a chiral centre.

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Topic: Introduction to organic chemistry, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2011 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 20.

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