A chemist observes that alkyl fluorides are remarkably stable and resistant to substitution compared to other halides. Which factor primarily dictates this lack of reactivity?
Q1. A chemist observes that alkyl fluorides are remarkably stable and resistant to substitution compared to other halides. Which factor primarily dictates this lack of reactivity?
Answer: Bond energy
Explanation: C-F bond energy is the highest among halides, making it extremely difficult to break; electronegativity is tempting but doesn't dictate bond strength.