Carbocation Stability: The Power of Hyperconjugation

The video tutorial explains the stability of carbocations, focusing on the role of hyperconjugation. Tertiary carbocations are more stable than secondary and primary ones due to more resonating structures formed by hyperconjugation. The positive charge in tertiary carbocations is delocalized over more centers, reducing its magnitude and increasing stability. Secondary carbocations have fewer resonating structures, leading to less stability, while primary carbocations are the least stable due to minimal hyperconjugation.

What is the role of hyperconjugation in the stability of carbocations?

What happens to the positive charge in a tertiary carbocation due to hyperconjugation?

Describe the differences in delocalization of positive charge among primary, secondary, and tertiary carbocations.

Explain the significance of the number of alpha hydrogens in determining the stability of carbocations.

How does the stability of tertiary carbocations compare to secondary and primary carbocations?