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Hyperconjugation

Definition , examples, application


Hyperconjugation:
Conditions:
• pi electron involved with sigma electrons
• α H must be present

“Sigma electron in conjugation with pi-electron [ double or triple bond]


known as hyperconjugation or no bond resonance”
Applications
1. Stability of isomers of alkenes

2. Stability of carbocations
(CH3)3C+ > (CH3)2CH+ > CH3CH2+

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