When (S)-1-Bromo-1 Phenylethane Undergoes an S_N1 Reaction with Methanethiol (CH₃SH)

question 116

Multiple Choice

When (S) -1-bromo-1 phenylethane undergoes an S_N1 reaction with methanethiol (CH₃SH) , the product is the compound shown. What is/are the configuration(s) of the product obtained from this reaction?

• A)S only
• B)R only
• C)a mixture of the enantiomers, with slightly more S than R
• D)a mixture of the enantiomers, with slightly more R than S

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