Question

Various isomeric haloalkanes with the general formula \(C_4H_9Cl\) undergo hydrolysis reaction. Among them, compound “A” is the most reactive through \(S_N{} ^1\) mechanism. Identify “A” citing the reason for your choice. Write the mechanism for the reaction.

Answer 1

“A” is \((CH_3)_3CCl\), the carbocation intermediate obtained in tertiary alkyl halide is most stable, making A most reactive of all possible isomers.