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3-Methylpent-2-ene (CH3CH=C(CH3)CH2CH3) reacts with Hydrogen Chloride(HCl) forming a major and minor product. Please name the reaction, draw the mechanism for the formation of the major product and briefly explain why there is a major and a minor product.

This is an example of electrophilic addition.(It's easier to explain with the mechanism drawn) The mechanism proceeds by electrophilic attack of the Hydrogen in HCl originating from the double bond in 3-m...

Answered by Edward H. • Chemistry tutor

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How does smoking affect gas exchange in the lungs?

Firstly, think of what you already know about the structure of the lungs and how that makes them so effective at their job. (Elasticity, large surface area for gas exchange, high gradient and short diffus...

Answered by Esther E. • Biology tutor

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How do I analyse an unseen poem?

There are lots of techniques to look out for when analysing an unseen poem and this can appear to be quite daunting. However, the best way to start is at the very beginning. Firstly, what does the title t...

Answered by Sophie S. • English Literature tutor

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The curve C has equation y=3x^3-11x+1/2. The point P has coordinates (1, 3) and lies on C . Find the equation of the tangent to C at P.

In order to find the gradient of a tangent to the curve C we must differentiate our equation for C.dy/dx= 9x²-11To find the gradient of a tangent at a specific point P we substitute the coordin...

Answered by Chloe W. • Maths tutor

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Naoby invests £6000 for 5 years. The investment gets compound interest of x% per annum. At the end of 5 years the investment is worth £8029.35 Work out the value of x.

The answer to the question can take a backwards approach. i.e. in order for you to make £8029.35 in 5 years from £6000, what does the yearly interest need to be.Since the interest is compounded, the yearl...

Answered by Arlind L. • Maths tutor

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