What does “Markovnikov's rule” actually mean in Hydrocarbons, and why does it matter for NEET?
when HX adds to an alkene, H attaches to the carbon that already has more hydrogens.
In simple words: when HX adds to an alkene, H attaches to the carbon that already has more hydrogens. Getting Markovnikov's rule clear matters because NEET questions on Hydrocarbons usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.
Key point
Markovnikov's rule
Common mistake
reversing it, except in the peroxide (anti-Markovnikov) effect.
Memory tip
'the rich get richer' — the H-rich carbon gains the H.
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