Reaction Mechanisms Flashcards
1
Q
Sn1
A
Tertiary for stabilisation positive charge, RDS dependent on RX so first order, gives racemisation due to planar intermediate
2
Q
SN2
A
One step, needs good nucleophile, RDS dependent on RX and nucleophile so second order and gives inversion of stereochemistry
3
Q
E1
A
Unimolecular, common acidic/neutral conditions, must form stable C+, RDS dependent RX so first order and rate independent of base
4
Q
E2
A
Bimolecular, needs strong base, rate dependent RX and base so second order, needs antiperiplanar arrangement = stereospecific