What is the stereochemistry of addition in the given reaction?
A
Syn
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B
Anti
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C
Syn and anti
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D
Can't be determined
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Solution
The correct option is C Anti
Iodine azide,IN3, adds to alkenes by an electrophilic mechanism similar to that of bromine.
Anti addition occurs when a halogen is added to an alkene. Each halogen is added to opposite sides of the molecules syn addition occurs when H2 reacts with double bond.