JEE Main 2012ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesMediumMCQ

JEE Main 2012Haloalkanes and Haloarenes Question with Solution

JEE Main 2012 (19 May Online)

Question

The major product obtained in the photobromination of 2-methyl butane is

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Correct answer
A2-bromo-2-methylbutane

Step-by-step explanation


The reactivity of different types of hydrogen follows the order : benzylic allylic tertiary secondary primary vinylic aryl.

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