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In which of the following reactions Markovnikov’s rule is not observed ?

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a

CH3CH=CH2+HCl

b

CH3CH=CH2+HBr organic peroxide, hv 

c

CH3CH=CH2+HBrH2O2,hv

d

Both (2) & (3)

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Markovnikov’s rule is not followed when free radical addition of HBr takes place to an unsymmetrical alkene
CH3-CH=CH2+HBrhvorganicperoxideCH3-CH2-CH2-Br CH3CH=CH2+HBrH2O2,hvCH3CH2CH2Br
Both these reactions follow free radical mechanism and hence Markovnikov’s addition is not observed.

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In which of the following reactions Markovnikov’s rule is not observed ?