Question

Which is the electrophilic site in the molecule (CH3)2C=O?

A. CH3 carbon
B. CH3 hydrogen
C. C=O carbon
D. C=O oxygen

I think the answer is D. because oxygen is electronegative and wants to hog electrons this making it electrophilic. Is this correct?



bobpursley
yes, "hog" is a strong word unless you are in Univ of Arkansas.

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