10.2.3 - Halogenoalkane Reactions

Question 1

Solubility

Answer 1

Insoluble in water - cannot form hydrogen bonds

Question 2

Type of substitution reactions

Answer 2

Nucleophilic

Question 3

Atom with partial positive charge (electron-deficient)

Answer 3

Carbon atom bonded to halogen

Question 4

Nucleophilic substitution reaction - conditions

Answer 4

• Heat

- Dilute solution of strong alkali (sodium hydroxide/potassium hydroxide)

Question 5

Nucleophilic substitution reaction

Answer 5

Halogenoalkane + strong base (hydroxide) -> primary alcohol + salt

Question 6

Bond fission in nucleophilic substitution

Answer 6

Heterolytic, halogen takes both electrons