Why does the bromine become polarised in HBr during electrophilic addition

A C to C double bond has a high electron density. As the bromine gets close to the C=C bond the high electron density repels the electrons in the H-Br bond further towards the H making the H slightly negative and the Br slight positive.

RC
Answered by Richard C. Chemistry tutor

7965 Views

See similar Chemistry A Level tutors

Related Chemistry A Level answers

All answers ▸

What is the mechanism for nucleophilic addition reactions at carbonyls?


State and explain the general trend in the first ionisation energies of the Period 2 elements Lithium to Fluorine.


When composing a mechanism in organic chemistry, how do I use curly arrows?


State the element in period 3 that has the highest melting point and explain your answer.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning