HBr, ROOR
HBr, ROOR in organic chemistry: what it does, when to use it and what to watch out for. Covers Alkene reactions, Radicals.
Overview
HBr, ROOR is a reagent used in organic chemistry. Below is what it does in each reaction type where it appears.
Alkene reactions
- What it does: Radical addition
- Regiochemistry / stereochemistry: Anti-Markovnikov
- Watch out for: Peroxide effect is mainly useful with HBr
Radicals
- What it does: Radical alkene addition
- Key clue: Anti-Markovnikov