Chemistry-SN1 & SN2 Reactions

NEET Chemistry SN1 & SN2 Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12

Consider a reaction diagram where a tertiary halide undergoes a substitution reaction in a polar protic solvent, passing through a carbocation intermediate. What type of reaction is depicted?

Question diagram
A

SN1 reaction

B

SN2 reaction

C

E1 reaction

D

E2 reaction

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The reaction diagram describes an SN1 reaction, which involves a carbocation intermediate and is favored by tertiary halides in polar protic solvents, as stated in the NCERT context.

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