Explain why alkenes react via addition reactions but arenes react via substitution reactions. (5)
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Alkenes have a double bond between two carbon atoms, which makes them more reactive than alkanes (which only have single bonds). This double bond is a region of high electron density, making it susceptible to attack by electrophiles (species that are Show more…
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