Chapter 16, Problem 9PP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An equation describing the reaction between 2-butene and $\text{HBr}$ is to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Hydrocarbons having double or triple bonds between two carbon atoms can undergo addition reactions. The addition of $\text{H-X}$ across a double bond produces a haloalkane, where $\text{X}$ is the halogen. $\text{H}$ atom gets attached to one of the double-bonded carbon and $\text{X}$ attaches to the other carbon.