engineering chemistry MCQ #775

The compound that will undergo SN1 reaction most readily is

engineering chemistry MCQ #775

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that will undergo SN1 reaction most readily is

    • A) 1-chlorobutane
    • B) 2-chlorobutane
    • C) 2-chloro-2-methylpropane
    • D) chlorobenzene

    Answer: 2-chloro-2-methylpropane

    Explanation: Tertiary alkyl halides are most reactive in SN1 reactions due to the ease of forming a tertiary carbocation.