Question

Arrange the following esters in the following order of reactivity in base catalysed hydrolysis reaction.


A. `III lt I lt II lt IV`
B. `Iv lt III lt II lt I`
C. `I lt II lt III lt IV`
D. `IV lt II lt I lt III`

Answer 1

Correct Answer - A
Electron withrawing group increases electrophilic character of ester, hence reactivity in hydrolysis reaction. (IV) ismost reactive as it has the best leaving group.