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  3. The order of reactivity for the SN2 reaction involving replacement of —X by a nucleophile in alkyl halides is

. The order of reactivity for the SN2 reaction involving replacement of —X by a nucleophile in alkyl halides is

A.   CH3 < 1° < 2°         B.   CH3 > 1° > 2°         C.   CH3 < 1° > 2°         D.   CH3 > 1° < 2°

 

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(b)

The increase in bulkiness of alkyl group decreases reactivity for the SN2 reaction.

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