Practice question
Question
Which compound reacts faster in an SN₂ reaction with OH⁻ : CH₃Br or CH₃I ?
Explanation
In SN₂ reactions, the rate depends on the leaving group. Iodide is a better leaving group than bromide due to its larger size and weaker C-X bond, so CH₃I reacts faster.
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