Question

$2$-Methyl propane on monochlorination under photochemical condition give:

• A. $2$-chloro-$2$-methylpropane as major product
• B. $(1:1)$ mixture of $1$-chloro-$2$-methylpropane and $2$-chloro-$2$-methylpropane
• C. $1$-chloro-$2$-methylpropane as a major product
• D. $(1:9)$ mixture of $1$-chloro-$2$-methylpropane

Answer 1

The correct option is A $2$-chloro-$2$-methylpropane as major product

2-chloro-2-methyl-propane.

This reaction occur via radical mechanism.