What major product results from the SN2 reaction of (S)-2-chloropentane with sodium hydroxide? Select one: a. racemic 2-pentanol b. (R) -2-pentanol c. (S) -2-pentanol d. 3-pentanol e. 1-pentanol

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What major product results from the SN2 reaction of (S)-2-chloropentane with sodium hydroxide?

Select one:
a. racemic 2-pentanol
b. (R) -2-pentanol
c. (S) -2-pentanol
d. 3-pentanol
e. 1-pentanol
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