Which one is most reactive towards SN¹ reaction?

C₆H₅CH₂Br

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C₆H₅CH(Br)C₆H₅

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C₆H₅CH(CH₃)Br

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C₆H₅C(CH₃)(C₆H₅)Br

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Solution

The correct option is D
C₆H₅C(CH₃)(C₆H₅)Br

Reactivity in reactions depends upon the stability of the carbocation intermediate. Since the stability of the carbocations increases in order:

Therefore, the alkyl halide C₆H₅C(CH₃)(C₆H₅) is the most reactive.

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