The indicated carbon atom is:
A)Electrophilic because it is electron-deficient.
B)Nucleophilic because it is electron-deficient.
C)Electrophilic because it is electron-rich.
D)Nucleophilic because it is electron-rich.

Question

The indicated carbon atom is: 
A)Electrophilic because it is electron-deficient. 
B)Nucleophilic because it is electron-deficient. 
C)Electrophilic because it is electron-rich. 
D)Nucleophilic because it is electron-rich.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The carbon atom is electron-deficient, which means it has a partial positive charge and is more likely to attract electrons (i.e. act as an electrophile) in a chemical reaction.

The Indicated Carbon Atom Is