NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Why do alkenes prefer to undergo electrophilic addition reaction while arenes prefer electrophilic substitution reactions? Explain.
Options
- AAlkenes prefer addition reactions because they lack electron density.
- BIn arenes during electrophilic addition reaction, aromaticity of the benzene ring is disturbed making them ver
- CAlkenes prefer addition reactions because they are less reactive.
- DArenes prefer substitution reactions because they have a higher degree of unsaturation.
Correct answer
B. In arenes during electrophilic addition reaction, aromaticity of the benzene ring is disturbed making them ver
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) In arenes during electrophilic addition reaction, aromaticity of the benzene ring is disturbed making them very unstable, while during electrophilic substitution reaction it remains intact.