Amines are good nucleophiles, even though they are neutral molecules. How would

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Amines are good nucleophiles, even though they are neutral molecules. How would the rate of an SN2 reaction between an amine and an alkyl halide be affected if the polarity of the solvent is increased?

A. Because both reactants in the rate-limiting step are neutral, the reaction will be faster if the polarity of the solvent is increased. B. Because both reactants in the rate-limiting step are neutral, the reaction will be slower if the polarity of the solvent is increased. C. Because both reactants in the rate-limiting step are neutral, the reaction will occur at the same rate if the polarity of the solvent is increased.

Explanation / Answer

If polairt of solvent is increased, necleophile will be repeled and its speed will increase which in turn increases its nucleophilicity

Answer:
A. Because both reactants in the rate-limiting step are neutral, the reaction will be faster if the polarity of the solvent is increased.

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