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In a nucleophilic substitution reaction, complete inversion of configuration at the reactive carbon
atom is observed. Would the mechanism most likely be Sn1 or SN2? Briefly explain your answer.
Transcribed Image Text:In a nucleophilic substitution reaction, complete inversion of configuration at the reactive carbon atom is observed. Would the mechanism most likely be Sn1 or SN2? Briefly explain your answer.
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