EP ORGANIC CHEMISTRY -MOD.MASTERING 18W
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Chapter 4, Problem 4.47SP
For each compound, predict the major product of free-radical bromination. Remember that bromination is highly selective, and only the most stable radical will be formed.
- a. cyclohexane
- b. methylcyclopentane
- c. decalin
- d. hexane
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