Which of the Following Is the Best Nucleophile in an S_N2

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best nucleophile in an S_N2 reaction?

• A) isopropoxide ion
• B) tert-butoxide ion
• C) ethoxide ion
• D) tert-pentoxide ion

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