Chapter 4, Problem 4.53AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of an alkene $X$ and alkyl halide $Y$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

When an unsymmetrical alkene is reacted with hydrogen halide, an alkyl halide is formed. The substitution of hydrogen halide in an alkene takes place by Markovnikov’s rule. Catalytic hydrogenation is a reduction process of addition of hydrogen atoms in an alkene or an alkyne by using a metal catalyst. The number of bonds is reduced between carbon atoms.