11. Radical Reactions
Calculating Radical Yields
11. Radical Reactions Calculating Radical Yields
5PRACTICE PROBLEM
Free radical monochlorination of 3,3-diethylpentane produces 71.69% 2-chloro-3,3-diethylpentane and 28.31% 1-chloro-3,3-diethylpentane. Using the given data, calculate how much easier it is to remove a secondary hydrogen than a primary hydrogen.
Free radical monochlorination of 3,3-diethylpentane produces 71.69% 2-chloro-3,3-diethylpentane and 28.31% 1-chloro-3,3-diethylpentane. Using the given data, calculate how much easier it is to remove a secondary hydrogen than a primary hydrogen.