Q33 / 180 · JIPMER 2016 · Chemistry

Which of the following hydrocarbons is the most reactive towards addition of $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4$ ?

  • A
    Ethene
  • B
    Propylene
  • Correct answer
    C
    3-methyl but-1-ene
  • D
    1-butene

Solution

As $\pi$-bond is more activated, the addition of $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4$ is carried out fastly. In the given compound, 3-methyl but-1-ene. Undergoes rapid addition, because $\pi$-bond is activated by hyperconjugation and after addition the most stable $3^{\circ}$-carbocation is formed. Figure
Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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