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CHM 102 Introductory Reaction Mechanism and Kinetics Objective Question
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Which of the following is the most stable carbanion?
Options
A CH3-
Correct Answer
B CH3CH2-
C (CH3)2CH-
D (CH3)3C-
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Methyl carbanion is the most stable because alkyl groups are electron-donating and destabilize the negative charge; less substitution gives greater stability for carbanions.

Hint

Least substituted carbanion.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Introductory Reaction Mechanism and Kinetics
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 491 of 1999
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