How can chloride attack the positively charged carbocation (left), which is surrounded by sterically bulky methyl and ethyl groups?
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The carbocation is a positively charged carbon atom that is typically sp² hybridized, meaning it has a planar structure. The presence of sterically bulky methyl and ethyl groups around the carbocation creates a crowded environment. Show more…
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