Write two differences between SN1 and SN2 reaction.

1.	Write two differences between SN1 and SN2 reaction.
Answer» (i) S_N1 is given by tert. alkyl halide while S_N2 is given by pri. alkyl halide. (ii) S_N1 is due to presence of steric hindrance and S_N2 is due to lack of steric hindrance.

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(i) S_N1 is given by tert. alkyl halide while S_N2 is given by pri. alkyl halide.

(ii) S_N1 is due to presence of steric hindrance and S_N2 is due to lack of steric hindrance.

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