NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
What type of halogenation reaction involves the addition of halogens to an alkene to form vicinal dihalides?
Options
- ASubstitution reaction
- BElimination reaction
- CElectrophilic addition reaction
- DRadical chain reaction
Correct answer
C. Electrophilic addition reaction
Step-by-step solution
The addition of halogens to an alkene to form vicinal dihalides is an example of an electrophilic addition reaction.