Chlorination of alkenes with Cl2 to give vicinal dichlorides
Description: Treatment of alkenes with chlorine (Cl2) in an inert solvent like CCl4, alkanes, or CH2Cl2 leads to formation of vicinal dichlorides (1,2-dichlorides)
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James, great study source. I wish you would include correct equilibrium/forward reaction arrows!
Would the reaction be the same with Br2?
Yes, essentially it will be.
what solvent should we use to get maximum yield?
Use a non polar solvent like dichloromethane or an alkane.