Draw a reaction-energy diagram for the propagation steps of the free-radical addition of HBr to isobutylene. Draw curves representing the reactions leading to both the Markovnikov and the anti-Markovnikov products. Compare the values of ∆G° and Ea for the rate-limiting steps, and explain why only one of these products is observed.

Draw a reaction-energy diagram for the propagation steps of the free-radical addition of HBr to isobutylene. Draw curves representing the reactions leading to both the Markovnikov and the anti-Markovnikov products. Compare the values of ∆G° and Ea for the rate-limiting steps, and explain why only one of these products is observed.

Organic Chemistry

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Chapter10: Organohalides

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Problem 18MP: Draw the electron-pushing mechanism for the propagation steps of the allylic bromination reactions...

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