For example, in B-dicarboxylic acid, the loss of the alpha hydrogen causes a formation of carbanion.
Where as, tertiary carbons form carbocations.
Here is my guess:
The carbocation or anion formation can be determined by the groups nearby and attached to the carbon.
If the groups are electron withdrawing, then the carbanion will form.
If the groups are electron donating, then the carbocation will form.
Correct?
Where as, tertiary carbons form carbocations.
Here is my guess:
The carbocation or anion formation can be determined by the groups nearby and attached to the carbon.
If the groups are electron withdrawing, then the carbanion will form.
If the groups are electron donating, then the carbocation will form.
Correct?