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Which of the following is more reactive towards \(S_N1\) reaction: 2-bromo-2-methylbutane or 1-bromopentane?

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SN1 reactivity: 3°>2°>1° due to carbocation stability.
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\(S_N1\) reactions proceed via carbocation formation. Stability of carbocation determines reactivity.
  • 2-bromo-2-methylbutane → forms tertiary carbocation
  • 1-bromopentane → forms primary carbocation
Since tertiary carbocations are more stable: \[ \therefore \text{2-bromo-2-methylbutane is more reactive in } S_N1. \]
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