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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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Which statement about addition reactions of alkenes is FALSE?
Options
A Alkenes are electron-rich and react with electrophiles
B Syn addition occurs when both groups add from the same side
C Anti addition occurs from opposite sides
D All addition reactions are stereospecifically anti
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Not all addition reactions are anti; some are syn (e.g., hydroboration, catalytic hydrogenation, syn hydroxylation with OsO4).

Hint

Syn and anti both occur depending on mechanism.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 151 of 1999
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