Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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Chapter 9 - Alkynes - Problems - Page 410: Problem 9-18 f

Answer

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Work Step by Step

Hex-1-yne, when reacted with two $H-Br$ forms 2,2-dibromohexane. 2,2-dibromo means the presence of two bromine atoms at carbon number 2. The triple bond in hex-1-yne found between carbon number 1 and carbon number 2 breaks, and the bond between $H-Br$ also breaks. H and Br atoms attach with these carbons and form a single bond with this carbon. Bromine attaches to carbon number 2 whereas Hydrogen forms a bond with carbon number 1. In this way, the triple bond is converted into a double bond. Furthermore, when the above product is reacted with the second $H-Br$, the double bond between the carbon atoms breaks. H and Br atoms attach with these carbons and form a single bond with this carbon. Bromine attaches to carbon number 2 whereas Hydrogen forms a bond with carbon number 1. In this way, the double bond is converted into a single bond and hence, 2,2-dibromohexane is formed.
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