Question

Alkyl halides undergoing nucleophilic bimolecular substitution reaction involve: 

• A. retention of configuration
• B. formation of racemic mixture
• C. inversion of configuration
• D. formation of carbocation
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Hint:

In SN2 reactions, the configuration of the carbon center is inverted due to backside attack by the nucleophile.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding nucleophilic bimolecular substitution (SN2). In an SN2 reaction, the nucleophile attacks the carbon opposite to the leaving group, leading to the inversion of configuration.

Step 2: Conclusion. Thus, SN2 reactions involve inversion of configuration, corresponding to option (C).