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What is the major product when 1-bromopropane undergoes nucleophilic substitution with \(OH^-\)?
What is the major product when 1-bromopropane undergoes nucleophilic substitution with \(OH^-\)?
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In \(S_N2\) reactions, a \(1^\circ\) halide undergoes nucleophilic substitution to form the alcohol with inversion of configuration.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
- Propan-1-ol
- Propan-2-ol
- 1,2-Propanediol
- Propene
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The reaction of 1-Bromopropane with hydroxide ion (\(OH^-\)) results in nucleophilic substitution, yielding an alcohol. This reaction proceeds via an \(S_N2\) mechanism, characteristic of \(1^\circ\) halides. The balanced equation is: \[ \text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{CH}_2\text{Br} + OH^- \rightarrow \text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{CH}_2\text{OH}. \] Consequently, the primary product observed is propan-1-ol. The correct identification is: \[ \boxed{\text{Propan-1-ol}}. \]
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