Tertiary alkyl halides are practically inert to substitution by `S_(N^(2))` mechanism because of

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Tertiary alkyl halides are practically inert to substitution by `S_(N^(2))` mechanism because of

Tertiary 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
Since steric hindrance is maximum in tertiary alkyl halides, the attacking nulceophile will get little opportunity to attack the substrate. Therefore, `S_(N^(2))` mechanism is not favoured.

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