Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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Chapter 8 - Reactions of Alkenes - Study Problems - Page 386: 8-47 b

Answer

The major product is shown in the picture. It is 1,2-dibromo-1-methylcyclopentane.

Work Step by Step

$Br_2$ adds two Br across the double bond. First one Br adds across the double bond and forms the bromonium ion. The bridge formed blocks one surface. Thus, the next Br ion has to attack from the other side, giving trans addition of Bromines.
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