AP EAMCET201726 Apr 2017Morning ShiftChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesActual
Which one of the following is more reactive towards S _ N 2 reaction?
Options
- A( CH ₃ )₃ CX
- B( CH ₃ )₂ CHX
- CCH ₃ CH ₂ X
- DCH ₃ X
Correct answer
D. CH ₃ X
Step-by-step solution
Bimolecular nucleophilic substitution ( S _ N 2 ) reaction involves reaction between reactant and nucleophile simultaneously without the formation of carbocation. Less hindered species are more reactive towards S _ N 2 reaction. As CH ₃ X is least hindered alkyl halide, it will show more fast reaction towards S _ N 2 reaction.