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In a nucleophilic substitution reaction, what is the role of the nucleophile?

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In a nucleophilic substitution reaction, what is the role of the nucleophile?
  1. To donate a proton
  2. To accept electrons
  3. To attack the electrophile
  4. To stabilize the leaving group

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In a nucleophilic substitution reaction, what is the role of the nucleophile?
  • Step 1: Identify the nucleophile, which is a species that donates an electron pair.
  • Step 2: Recognize the electrophile, usually a carbon atom that is bonded to a leaving group.
  • Step 3: Understand that the nucleophile approaches the electrophile.
  • Step 4: The nucleophile attacks the electrophile, forming a new bond.
  • Step 5: The leaving group departs, completing the substitution reaction.
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