SN1, SN2, E1, and E2

Front

What type of reaction is characterized by the replacement of one functional group by another?

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Substitution reaction

Front

In an S_N2 reaction, what is the mechanism of the reaction?

Back

One-step mechanism

Front

Which type of nucleophilic substitution reaction is favored by primary halogenoalkanes?

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S_N2

Front

What type of nucleophilic substitution reaction is favored by tertiary halogenoalkanes?

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S_N1

Front

What is the key factor that stabilizes a carbocation in an S_N1 reaction?

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More stable carbocation formation

Front

What is the main difference between S_N1 and S_N2 mechanisms?

Back

S_N1 is a two-step mechanism, while S_N2 is a one-step mechanism.

Front

What type of nucleophile is typically favored in S_N2 reactions?

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Strong nucleophiles

Front

What is the stereochemical outcome of an S_N2 reaction?

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Inversion of configuration

Front

What type of solvent is preferred for S_N1 reactions?

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Polar protic solvents

Front

What is the rate-determining step in an S_N1 reaction?

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Formation of the carbocation