Practice question
Question
What is the major product when CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂CH₃ reacts with Cl₂ in sunlight?
Explanation
Chlorination of pentane favors the secondary position (C₂/C₄) due to stability, forming CH₃CHClCH₂CH₂CH₃ (2-chloropentane) as the major product.
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