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Periodic Properties

Which alkyl h...

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Which alkyl halide has maximum reactivity?

CH₃CH₂ CH₂ CH₂Br

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CH₃CH₂ CH₂Br

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CH₃Br

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CH₃CH₂Br

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Solution

The correct option is C
CH₃Br

Generally primary halide follows the SN₂ mechanism hence the presence of less bulkier group at carbon atom bearing the leaving group facilitates the reaction. So CH₃Br has maximum reactivity.

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