MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEIChO (Chemistry Olympiad)Inorganic ChemistryGOCIntroduction of Reaction Intermediates
Which of the following statements is correct about methyl group?
A.It stabilizes both carbocation and free radical
B.It stabilizes a free radical more than a carbocation
C.It stabilizes a carbocation more than a free radical✓ Correct
D.none of these
Explanation
A carbocation is deficient in 2 electrons whereas a free radical is only 1 electron deficient. Thus, any type of stabilization working on a carbocation will be much more effective as it is more electron deficient. Hence, hyperconjugation or inductive electron donation stabilizes a carbocation more than it does a free radical.
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