Chemistry-SN1 & SN2 Reactions

NEET Chemistry SN1 & SN2 Reactions Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12

Assertion (A): C6H5CH(C6H5)Br is more reactive than C6H5CH(CH3)Br in SN1 reactions. | Reason (R): The carbocation intermediate from C6H5CH(C6H5)Br is stabilized by two phenyl groups through 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, but (R) is true.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The carbocation intermediate formed from C6H5CH(C6H5)Br is more stable due to resonance stabilization by two phenyl groups, making it more reactive in SN1 reactions.

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