Which halide ion is the best nucleophile in dimethyl sulfoxide solution?

Fluoride

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Chlorine

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Bromine

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Iodine

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Solution

The correct option is A Fluoride
$F^{-}$ has more charge density .
$∴$ More nucleophilic.

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