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Question 1

Which of the SN2 reactions below is expected to proceed the rapidly?
◦ CH3CH2CH2Br + NaOH in DMSO
◦ CH3CH2CH2Br + NaOH in acetone
◦ CH3CH2CH2Br + NaOH in ethanol
◦ A and B
◦ B and C

Question 2

Why are SN1 reactions favored by polar protic solvents?
◦ Polar protic solvents cannot form hydrogen bonds.
◦ Polar protic solvents stabilize intermediates.
◦ Polar protic solvents stabilize the nucleophile.
◦ Polar protic solvents contribute leaving groups.
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heyheyhey

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Reply 2 on: Feb 17, 2022
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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