In an SN1 reaction, Nucleophile- What are the characteristics of a good nucleophile for SN1?   How does a chemist tell a strong versus weak or bulky versus not bulky nucleophile? Solvent-What is the best type of solvent for this reaction?  Define the terms please

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In an SN1 reaction,

Nucleophile- What are the characteristics of a good nucleophile for SN1?  

How does a chemist tell a strong versus weak or bulky versus not bulky nucleophile?

Solvent-What is the best type of solvent for this reaction?  Define the terms please.

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