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Explain why (CH3)3C+is more stable than CH3CH2+?
ChemistryGeneral Organic ChemistryNEET
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  • A Hyperconjugation interaction in (CH3)3C+is greater than in CH3CH2+as the (CH3)3C+has nine C-H bonds.
  • B (CH3)3C+is more stable because it has a lower degree of hyperconjugation due to the presence of three methyl groups (CH3), which can withdraw electron density, reducing the positive charge on the carbon atom.
  • C (CH3)3C+is more stable because it has a greater number of pi bonds, which increases electron delocalization and stabilizes the positive charge.
  • D (CH3)3C+is more stable because it has a higher molecular weight, leading to stronger van der Waals forces and greater stability.
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The correct answer is: Hyperconjugation interaction in (CH3)3C+is greater than in CH3CH2+as the (CH3)3C+has nine C-H bonds.
Correct Option is : (A)
Hyperconjugation interaction in (CH3)3C+is greater than in CH3CH2+as the (CH3)3C+has nine C-H bonds.

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