Question: (8) Which nucleophile in cach nair will react faster in SN2 reactions? Cirele one choice in cach nair. IN GENERAL, the stronger base =

(8) Which nucleophile in cach nair will react faster in SN2 reactions? 

(8) Which nucleophile in cach nair will react faster in SN2 reactions? Cirele one choice in cach nair. IN GENERAL, the stronger base = more reactive nucleophile. EXCEPTION: When comparing neutral species in the same column of the periodic table, the LARGER species is the most reactive (more polarizable). AsH; or NH, HO or HS Cr or PH; NH, or Na* NH;

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