A-LevelChemistryHalogen derivatives9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2022 · Q321 Mark

C4H9Cl reacts with warm dilute aqueous sodium hydroxide solution. Which isomer of C4H9Cl will form the most stable cation intermediate?

A1-chlorobutane

B2-chlorobutane

C1-chloro-2-methylpropane

D2-chloro-2-methylpropane

✓ Correct answer

D: 2-chloro-2-methylpropane

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Topic: Halogen derivatives, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2022 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 32.

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