[firdaulia]

What is the product formed from the hydration of 3-ethyl-2-methylpent-2-ene ? I know that alkenes hydration will form alcohols through carbocation intermediates, and the more stable carbocation will predominately form. so I'm confused about the two branch of the molecule above, methyl and ethyl. which is more stable ? where should the -OH be placed in the product , Is it 3-ethyl-2-methylpentan-2-ol or 3-ethyl-2-methylpentan-3-ol ? Thank you very much

[thetada]

Hi, forum rules require you to suggest your own answer and ideally to explain your thinking before we can help. If you really can't think of a suggestion, tell us what you know already and what concepts may apply.

[firdaulia]

thetada, thank you for letting me know. I apologize for not reading the forum rules first