Question

$S_N^1$ reaction of alkyl halides lead to

• A. Retention of configuration
• B. Racemisation
• C. Inversion of configuration
• D. Cannot predict

Answer 1

The correct option is B Racemisation

In $S_N^1$ reactions, a planar carbocation is formed which can be attacked from both sides by the nucleophile, thus it leads to a racemic (dl) product.