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CHM 102 Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature Objective Question

Question

What is the name of the rule that predicts the major product of elimination as the more substituted alkene?
Options
A Markovnikov’s rule
B Zaitsev’s rule
Correct Answer
C Hofmann’s rule
D Saytzeff’s rule
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Zaitsev’s rule (also called Saytzeff’s rule) states that the most substituted alkene is the major elimination product.

Hint

More alkyl groups on the double bond = major.

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