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The major product obtained in the photo catalysed bromination of 2-methylbutane is:
ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesJEE MainJEE Main 2014 (12 Apr Online)
Options:
  • A
    1-bromo-2-methylbutane
  • B
    1-bromo-3-methylbutane
  • C
    2-bromo-3-methylbutane
  • D
    2-bromo-2-methylbutane
Solution:
1724 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
2-bromo-2-methylbutane
The order of substitution in different alkanes is
$$
3^{\circ}>2^{\circ}>1^{\circ}
$$
Thus the bromination of 2-methyl butane mainly gives 2-Bromo-2 - methyl butane

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