Which of the following is the fastest in SN2 reaction with cyanide (CN-)? a. 1-iodo-3-methylpentane b. 1-iodo-2,2-dimethylpentane c. 2-iodopentane d. 2-iodo-2-methylpentane e. 3-iodopentane Please explain each

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Which of the following is the fastest in SN2 reaction with cyanide (CN-)?

a. 1-iodo-3-methylpentane

b. 1-iodo-2,2-dimethylpentane

c. 2-iodopentane

d. 2-iodo-2-methylpentane

e. 3-iodopentane

Please explain each

 

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