Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Why I^- Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes why I^- is a better nucleophile than F^- in solution?

• A) F^- is a stronger base than I^-.
• B) Solvation of F^- impedes its nucleophilicity compared to I^-.
• C) I^- is a stronger base than F^-.
• D) Solvation of I^- increases its nucleophilicity compared to that of F^-.
• E) A and B both offer explanations as to why I^- is a better nucleophile than F^- in solution.

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