Calculating a reactivity order for hydrogen atom


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Q1. Refer to above reaction. When propylbenzene reacts with tert-butylhypochlorite three monochlorinated products are formed in the ratios indicated. Calculate a reactivity order for each type of hydrogen atom in propylbenzene.

Q2. Explain why (1-chloropropyl) benzene is the major product of this reaction

Q3. Will the product mixture of this reaction display optical activity?

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