(a)
Interpretation:
The effect on the rate of the hydration reaction of styrene if the reactions were run in
Concept introduction:
The hydration reaction of
(b)
Interpretation:
The explanation as to how the rate of hydration of styrene in
Concept introduction:
The hydration reaction of alkene is an addition of water molecule on the alkene to give back alcohol as a product. This reaction proceeds via the formation of carbocation intermediate in the first step by the abstraction of a proton from the solution. The stability of carbocation is responsible for the rate of reaction.
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