The lower reactivity of ethyne to electrophilic addition compared to ethene is primarily linked to what factor?
University of Ilorin CHM102 2025A past question
- Steric hindrance around the triple bond
- Instability of the carbocation intermediate
- High stability of the vinylic anion
- The presence of strong hydrogen bonds
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