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Assertion: -But-1-ene on reaction with H...

Assertion: -But-1-ene on reaction with HBr in the presence of a peroxide produces 1-bromobutane.
Reason :-It involves the formation of a primary radical.

A

STATEMENT-1 I true, STATENENT-2 is true, STATEMENT-2 is a correct explanation for STATEMENT-1.

B

STATEMENT-1 I true, STATENENT-2 is true, STATEMENT-2 is NOT a correct explanation for STATEMENT-1.

C

STATEMENT-1 is true, STATEMENT-2 is false

D

STATEMENT-1 is false, STATEMENT-2 is true

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The correct Answer is:
A
Addition of HBr in alkene in presence of peroxide takes place via radical mechanism (secondary free radical).
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