Cl₂
Cl₂ in organic chemistry: what it does, when to use it and what to watch out for. Covers Alkene reactions.
Overview
Cl₂ is a reagent used in organic chemistry. Below is what it does in each reaction type where it appears.
Alkene reactions
- What it does: Adds Cl/Cl
- Regiochemistry / stereochemistry: anti
- Watch out for: Halonium-ion intermediate