Identify the alkyl halide that reacts the fastest in an S_N1 reaction. A)2-chloropropane B)2-bromopropane C)2-fluoropropane D)2-iodopropane

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The reactivity of alkyl halides in an SS1 mechanism follows the trend of increasing carbocation stability. Among the given options, 2-iodopropane has the most stable carbocation intermediate, whereas 2-fluoropropane has the least stable carbocation intermediate. Therefore, 2-iodopropane will react the fastest in an S_N1 reaction.

Identify the Alkyl Halide That Reacts the Fastest in an SN1

Identify the Alkyl Halide That Reacts the Fastest in an S_N1