Sn2 Reactions Flashcards

1
Q

What does this reaction work best with

A

Methyl
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2

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2
Q

What is the best nucleophile

A

Strong

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3
Q

How does it work

A

Nucleophile will attach the carbon then cause a leaving group

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4
Q

Stereochemistry

A

Stereospecific
Inverts

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5
Q

Why does it invert

A

Due to a backside attack

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6
Q

Strong Nuc

A

I-
Br-
Cl-
R-S-
R-O-
N=-C-

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