What is the effect of the tert-butyl groups of 2,6-DTBP towards its capacity for H-bonding?

Answer 1

2,6-DI-TERT-BUTYLPHENOL is the full name for 2,6-DTBP. From the name one can see that this molecule as a phenol ring (ie. benzene with an alcohol).

2,6-di-tert means that there are two 4-carbon alkane groups attached to the molecule. See image at
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2,6-di-tert-butylphenol
and
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tert-butyl

Based on what you know about alkanes, you should know their ability to H-bond.

Answer 2

2,6-DI-TERT-BUTYLPHENOL is the full name for 2,6-DTBP. From the name one can see that this molecule as a phenol ring (ie. benzene with an alcohol).

2,6-di-tert means that there are two 4-carbon alkane groups attached to the molecule. See image at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2,6-di-tert-butylphenol

Based on what you know about alkanes, you should know their ability to H-bond.

Answer 3

it reduce sthe hydrogen bonding capacity>........ the tert butyl groups donate electron in the benzene ring by hyperconjugation and thus makes it electron rich.....(strong effect) this decreases O-H bond polarity and makes it less capable for h bonding...........