engineering chemistry MCQ #812

The reactivity of alkyl halides towards E2 reaction is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #812

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reactivity of alkyl halides towards E2 reaction is?

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

    Answer: 3° > 2° > 1°

    Explanation: E2 reactivity increases with the stability of the alkene formed; 3° alkyl halides give more substituted alkenes.