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The reaction of an alkene with in proceeds through which intermediate?

  1. Aa cyclic bromonium ion
  2. Ba free radical
  3. Ca carbanion
  4. Da carbene

Answer: A

The is polarised by the pi bond and the alkene attacks with bromine bridging both carbons, forming a cyclic bromonium ion. Bromide then opens the ring from the back side, giving anti addition.
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