When bromine is added to ethene at room temperature, the compound formed is?

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A. 1,1 – dibromoethane
B. 1,2 – dibromoethene
C. 1,1 – dibromoethene
D. 1,2 – dibromoethane

Correct Answer: Option D

D. 1,2 – dibromoethane

Explanation

Ethene is an alkene, meaning it has a carbon to carbon double bond. When Bromine is added, an addition reaction occurs forming 1,2 dibromoethane.

C2H4 + Br2 -> C2H4Br2

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