Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)
Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)
13th Edition
ISBN: 9780321910417
Author: Theodore E. Brown, H. Eugene LeMay, Bruce E. Bursten, Catherine Murphy, Patrick Woodward, Matthew E. Stoltzfus
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 9, Problem 1DE
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To determine: The authenticity of the statement “The weaker a single bond in a molecule, the greater the chance it will be the site of a reaction (compare to stronger single bonds in the molecule).”

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Answer to Problem 1DE

Solution: The given statement is true.

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A molecule with weaker single bond is more reactive than a molecule with a stronger single bond because of less stability of the weaker single bond. Thus, it requires relatively less energy to break to react with other atoms or molecules. Similarly, large amount of energy is required to break a strong single bond and there is less chance of it to be the site of a reaction.

Conclusion

Thus, weaker a single bond in a molecule, the greater the chance it will be the site of a reaction.

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Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

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