Chemistry-SN1 & SN2 Reactions

NEET Chemistry SN1 & SN2 Reactions Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 12

Assertion (A): SN1 reactions are more likely to occur with tertiary halides than with primary halides. | Reason (R): SN1 reactions involve the formation of a carbocation intermediate, which is stabilized by hyperconjugation and resonance.

A

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true, but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

SN1 reactions proceed through a carbocation intermediate, which is more stable in tertiary halides due to hyperconjugation and resonance, as mentioned in the NCERT content.

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