Consider the S_N2 Reaction of 2-Iodopentane with CH₃CO₂- Ion

question 9

Multiple Choice

Consider the S_N2 reaction of 2-iodopentane with CH₃CO₂- ion.
Assuming no other changes,what effect on the rate would result from simultaneously doubling the concentrations of both 2-iodopentane and sodium acetate?

• A)No effect.
• B)It would double the rate.
• C)It would triple the rate.
• D)It would increase the rate four times.
• E)It would increase the rate six times.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when exposed to chronic stress, as proposed by Hans Selye.

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor to determine its potential impact.

Secondary Appraisal

The cognitive process involved in evaluating the potential impact of a stressor and determining how to cope with it.

Exhaustion Stage

The final phase of the stress response, where the body has depleted its energy resources by continually trying but failing to recover from stress.