(i) State one use each of DDT and iodoform. (ii) Which compound in the following couples will react faster in SN2 displacement and why?
(i) State one use each of DDT and iodoform.
(ii) Which compound in the following couples will react faster in SN2 displacement and why?
(a) 1-Bromopentane or 2-bromopentane
(b) 1-Bromo-2-methylbutane or 2-bromo-2-methylbutane.
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(i) DDT: It is used as insecticide to control flies, mosquitoes, etc. Iodoform: Iodoform is used as an antiseptic.
(ii) 1-Bromopentane, as it is a primary alkyl halide. and
(b) 1-Bromo-2-methyl butane, as it is a primary alkylhalide.
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