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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question

Question

Which alkene is most stable?
Options
A Ethene
B Propene
C 2-Butene
D 2-Methyl-2-butene
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Stability increases with alkyl substitution: tetrasubstituted > trisubstituted > disubstituted > monosubstituted > ethene. 2-Methyl-2-butene is trisubstituted and very stable.

Hint

More alkyl groups on the double bond = more stability.

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