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The correct order of nucleophilicity (nucleophilic reactivity) of the given species is :
A. $EtO^-$
B. $Me_3N$
C. $CN^-$
D. $OH^-$
E. $PhO^-$
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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A simple ranking strategy: Anions with less electronegative donor atoms (like $C^-$) $>$ Localized Anions with highly electronegative atoms ($O^-$) $>$ Resonance-stabilized Anions ($ArO^-$) $>$ Neutral molecules. Alkyl groups increase nucleophilicity slightly due to $+I$ effects.
Updated On: Jul 31, 2026
  • C > D > E > A > B
  • C > A > D > E > B
  • B > E > D > A > C
  • B > A > C > E > D
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The Correct Option is B

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