10.8 In the following pairs of halogen compounds, which compound undergoes faster SN 1 reaction?
10.8 In the following pairs of halogen compounds, which compound undergoes faster SN 1 reaction?
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1 Answer
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Reason: SN1 occurs in two steps. In the first step, carbocation forms. The rate of reaction in SN1 depends upon the stability of the carbocation, greater the stability faster the reaction. Tertiary (3°) carbocation is more stable than secondary (2°), which is further stable than primary (1°)
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- 2-Chloro heptane (2°) is more reactive than 1-Chloro hexane (1°)
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