When bromine is added to ethene at room temperature, the compound formed is

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A. 1,1 - dibromoethane
B. 1,2 - dibromoethene
C. 1,1 - dibromoethene
D. 1,2 - dibromoethane

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

Ethene is an alkene, meaning it has a carbon to carbon double bond. When Bromine is added, an addition reaction occurs forming 1,2 dibromoethane.

C2H4 + Br2 -> C2H4Br2

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When bromine is added to ethene at room temperature, the compound formed is

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