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Chemistry of Hydrocarbons Markovnikov Addition

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According to Markovnikov's rule, when HX adds to an unsymmetrical alkene, H generally attaches to the carbon that:

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Correct Answer: B) Has more hydrogen atoms

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In Markovnikov addition, H goes to the double-bonded carbon already carrying more hydrogen atoms, while X goes to the more substituted carbon.

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