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Because the "reactive" double-bond is at the "exposed" end of the carbon-chain molecule rather than at the more internal position found in either of the two isomers (cis & trans) of 2-pentene.

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because when the R-group of the alcohol becomes very large, the solubility of alcohol decreases.

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Q: Why is 1-pentene less stable than 2-pentene?
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