how-does-the-size-of-r-groups-attached-to-a-carbonyl-carbon-affect-the-equilibri

Question

How does the size of R groups attached to a carbonyl carbon affect the equilibrium position of hydrate formation?

Accepted Answer

Larger R groups destabilize the hydrate form, shifting the equilibrium towards the carbonyl form.

Answer

Larger R groups stabilize the hydrate form, shifting the equilibrium towards hydrate formation.

Answer

The size of R groups has no effect on the equilibrium position.

Answer

Smaller R groups destabilize the hydrate form, shifting the equilibrium towards hydrate formation.