What does “Carbocation stability” actually mean in Organic Chemistry — Basic Concepts, and why does it matter for NEET?
order 3° > 2° > 1°, because alkyl groups donate electrons and stabilise the positive charge.
In simple words: order 3° > 2° > 1°, because alkyl groups donate electrons and stabilise the positive charge. Getting Carbocation stability clear matters because NEET questions on Organic Chemistry — Basic Concepts usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.
Key point
Carbocation stability
Common mistake
ranking a primary carbocation as more stable than a tertiary one.
Memory tip
more alkyl groups → more stable carbocation (hyperconjugation + inductive).
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