tert-Alkyl halides are practically inert to substitution by `S_(N^(2))` mechanism because of :

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tert-Alkyl halides are practically inert to substitution by `S_(N^(2))` mechanism because of :

tert-Alkyl halides are practically inert to substitution by `S_(N^(2))` mechanism because of :
A. insolubility
B. instability
C. inductive effect
D. steric hindrance

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar · Accepted Answer · 2023-02-05T15:29:48+06:00

Salim Ahmed Kawsar

Correct Answer - D
Steric hinderance due to bulky alkyl groups prevents the backside attack of `S_(N^(2))`.

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