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How does the presence of a -I group affect the stability of a carbocation?
How does the presence of a -I group affect the stability of a carbocation?
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How does the presence of a -I group affect the stability of a carbocation?
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A -I group decreases the stability of a carbocation by withdrawing electron density.
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Q: How does the presence of a -I group affect the stability of a carbocation?
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A -I group decreases the stability of a carbocation by withdrawing electron density.
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Step 1: Understand what a carbocation is. A carbocation is a positively charged carbon atom that has only three bonds instead of four.
Step 2: Learn about -I groups. A -I group (electron-withdrawing group) pulls electrons away from the carbon atom.
Step 3: Recognize that carbocations need electron density to be stable. They are positively charged and want more electrons to balance that charge.
Step 4: Realize that when a -I group is present, it takes away electron density from the carbocation.
Step 5: Conclude that because the -I group withdraws electrons, it makes the carbocation less stable.
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