Which bromide would react the fastest in the SN2 reaction shown? R-Br + -CN --(acetone)--> R-CN + Br- a) (CH3)2CHBr b) CH3CH2CH2Br c) CH2=CHCH2Br d) CH3CH=CHBr
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b) CH=CHCH2Br: This is an allylic primary alkyl bromide. c) CH2=CHCH2Br: This is a primary alkyl bromide. d) CHBrCH=CHBr: This is a geminal dibromide. Now, let's analyze the reactivity of each bromide in the SN2 reaction: Show more…
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