Methylenecyclohexane + HBr/Uv

Started by whawha
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I think that's because the energetics are not favorable for HCl or HI. However, I don't have a better answer for you... Does anyone know??
 
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No, the UV as part of the reagent is saying that it is a free radical addition. Peroxide , oxygen, or other impurities also mean it is a free radical addition.