engineering chemistry MCQ #802

The order of reactivity of alkyl halides towards SN1 reaction is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #802

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The order of reactivity of alkyl halides towards SN1 reaction is?

    • A) 3° > 2° > 1°
    • B) 1° > 2° > 3°
    • C) 2° > 1° > 3°
    • D) 3° > 1° > 2°

    Answer: 3° > 2° > 1°

    Explanation: SN1 reactivity increases with the stability of the carbocation; 3° carbocations are most stable, hence most reactive.