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Haloalkanes And Haloarenes

Question
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In the following pairs of halogen compounds, which compound undergoes faster SN1 reaction?


       

 

Solution

Greater the stability of the carbocation, faster is the rate of SN1 reaction. Since secondary carbocation 2-chloroheptane is more stable than primary carbocation 1-chlorohexane. Hence SN2 reaction proceed via secondary cation such as 2-chloroheptane.