Free‑radical halogenation can occur with chlorine and a source of direct UV radiation or sunlight. Chlorination of 2,4‑dimethylpentane via radical halogenation leads to the formation of all three of the products shown. Estimate the relative percentages of each product that will be formed using this means of halogenation. Presume that 1 equivalent of chlorine is used.

Free‑radical halogenation can occur with chlorine and a source of direct UV radiation or sunlight. Chlorination of 2,4‑dimethylpentane via radical halogenation leads to the formation of all three of the products shown. Estimate the relative percentages of each product that will be formed using this means of halogenation. Presume that 1 equivalent of chlorine is used.

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Chapter8: Haloalkanes, Halogenation, And Radical Reactions

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Problem 8.18P

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