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Markownikoff's rule is applicable to

ChemistryHydrocarbonsCOMEDKCOMEDK 2012

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A $\mathrm{C}_{3} \mathrm{H}_{6}+\mathrm{HBr}$
B $\mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{4}+\mathrm{HCl}$
C $\mathrm{C}_{3} \mathrm{H}_{6}+\mathrm{Cl}_{2}$
D $\mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{4}+\mathrm{HBr}$

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The correct answer is: $\mathrm{C}_{3} \mathrm{H}_{6}+\mathrm{HBr}$

According to Markownikoff's rule, addition of HBr to alkene take place such that a stable carbocation is formed.
It is applicable to propene.

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