JEE Main levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 2 of 3pl213
Which monomer is best suited to cationic polymerisation with BFX3 and a trace of water?
ACHX2=CH−CN
BCFX2=CFX2
CCHX2=C(CHX3)X2 (2-methylpropene)
DCHX2=CH−NOX2
Answer: C
Cationic chain growth needs electron-donating groups that stabilise the carbocation; two methyl groups give a tertiary carbocation. −CN, −NOX2 and fluorine substituents do not stabilise a carbocation.