Anti-Markovnikov Addition of HBr to Alkenes

[ampikine]

Would I be right in assuming that its only organic peroxides with electron withdrawing R groups that can be easily (i.e. using UV or visible light) homolysed into radicals? For example benzoyl peroxide has benzene rings to delocalise the unbonded electron of the radical and thus stabilise it. Alkyl R groups on the other hand would destablise the radicals. Anyhow, brilliant video, I understand how peroxides cause the anti-Markovnikov product to be formed now.

[georgelucis]

Exactly what I needed to know. Thank you!!!

[NKSU35]

thanks man :)

[beachbum9890]

Thank you so much :)

[fedeconh]

Graciaas!!