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Alkene Addition Reactions
Alkene addition reactions involve the addition of atoms or groups to the carbon-carbon double bond in alkenes, converting them into saturated compounds. Common types include hydrogenation, halogenation, and hydrohalogenation, each with specific reagents and conditions that dictate the product formed.
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Markovnikov's Rule
Markovnikov's Rule predicts the regiochemistry of addition reactions to alkenes, stating that in the addition of HX (where X is a halogen) to an unsymmetrical alkene, the hydrogen atom will attach to the carbon with more hydrogen substituents, while the halogen will attach to the carbon with fewer hydrogen substituents.
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Carbocation Stability
Carbocation stability is crucial in determining the pathway and outcome of alkene addition reactions. Tertiary carbocations are more stable than secondary, which are more stable than primary, due to hyperconjugation and inductive effects. This stability influences the formation of intermediates and the final product in reactions like hydrohalogenation.
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