NEET Chemistry SN1 & SN2 Reactions MCQ Question
A reaction mechanism diagram shows tert-butyl bromide reacting with hydroxide ions in a polar protic solvent. Which step in the SN1 reaction involves the formation of a carbocation intermediate?
Step I after C—Br bond cleavage
Step II involving nucleophile attack
Initial nucleophile approach
Final product formation
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
In SN1 reactions, the first step involves the slow cleavage of the C—Br bond, leading to the formation of a carbocation intermediate.
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