Elimination Reactions Flashcards

1
Q

factors affecting elimination versus substitution?

A

basicity of Nu:
weak base promotes substitution by Sn1.
strong base promotes elimination by E/Z.

size of base/Nu:

small Nu promotes Sn2.
a large Nu promotes E/Z.

Reaction temperature:

low temp = substitution.
high temp = elimination.

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