Stereochemistry of the Products in SN1 and SN2 Reactions
A reaction gi...
Question
A reaction gives the following result:
What would be the percentage of back side attack of the reagent assuming the reaction is completed?
A
35%
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B
85%
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C
65%
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D
30%
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Solution
The correct option is C 65%
70% racemisation will be due to SN1 pathway, in which 35% will constitute the back side attack. 30% back side attack would be due to SN2 reaction. So total back side attack = 35 + 30 = 65%