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Which of the following haloakanes reacts with aqueous KOH most easily ? Explain giving reason.(i) 1-Bromobutane(ii) 2-Bromobutane(iii) 2-Bromo-2-methylpropane(iv) 2-Chlorobutane |
Answer» Solution :2-Bromo-2-methylpropane will react most EASILY with aqueous KOH because being `3^(@)`- alkyl HALIDE it follows `S_(N)1` path which results in FORMATION of a STABLE `3^(@)` - carbocation intermedate.
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