Textbook Question
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.
(e)
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.
(e)
Predict the major products when the following compounds are irradiated by light and treated with (1) 1 equivalent of Br2 and (2) excess Br2.
(a) isopropylbenzene
(b)
Propose a mechanism for the bromination of ethylbenzene shown below.
What are the products of the following reactions?
c.
Predict the major products of the following reactions.
(f) p-methylanisole + Br2 , light