2 x 1 hour lessons

This module explores alkenes, including their bonding, reactivity, and electrophilic addition mechanisms. You’ll study Markovnikov’s rule and the industrial and synthetic importance of alkenes.

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By the end of this module you will be able to: • describe the bonding and shape of alkenes including π-bond formation • explain the reactivity of alkenes in terms of electron density • draw and interpret mechanisms for electrophilic addition reactions • use Markovnikov’s rule to predict major and minor products • identify carbocation stability in mechanisms

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Edexcel Specification Points: Topic 6C – Alkenes