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In an SN2 reaction on chiral centres, there is:

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Inversion more than retention leading to partial racemisation
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100% retention
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100% inversion
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100% racemisation
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Solution

The correct option is C 100% inversion
A SN2 reaction proceeds with complete stereochemical inversion while a SN1 reaction proceeds with racemisation.

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