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Which of the following is most reactive towards nucleophilic substitution?
Which of the following is most reactive towards nucleophilic substitution?
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Benzyl chloride undergoes nucleophilic substitution faster due to the resonance stabilization of the carbocation.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
- Vinyl chloride
- Allyl chloride
- Benzyl chloride
- Tert-butyl chloride
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The high reactivity of benzyl chloride in nucleophilic substitution arises from the resonance stabilization of the resulting benzyl carbocation by the aromatic ring, which accelerates the reaction.
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