Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
In the diagram shown above, identify the configuration change that occurs during an SN2 reaction involving haloalkanes.
A
Inversion of configuration at the carbon atom.
B
Retention of configuration at the carbon atom.
C
Formation of a carbocation intermediate.
D
Simultaneous bond formation and bond breaking with no configuration change.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
During an SN2 reaction, the configuration at the carbon atom is inverted as the nucleophile attacks and the leaving group departs simultaneously, as described in the NCERT context.
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