AIPMT PRELIMS2005Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIPMT PRELIMS 2005 Chemistry Nucleophilic Substitution MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following undergoes nucleophilic substitution exclusively by SN₁ mechanism?

A

Benzyl chloride

B

Ethyl chloride

C

Chlorobenzene

D

Isopropyl chloride

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Benzyl chloride undergoes SN₁ mechanism due to the stability of the benzyl carbocation.

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