SN1 Reaction Mechanism

Offered By: The Organic Chemistry Tutor via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore the SN1 reaction mechanism in organic chemistry through this comprehensive video tutorial. Gain a solid understanding of how to identify major products and tackle example problems involving carbocation rearrangements like hydride and methyl shifts. Delve into the stereochemistry of SN1 reactions, including the formation of unequal racemic mixtures of stereoisomers due to ion pair formation during alkyl halide ionization. Examine various solvolysis reactions with H2O and CH3OH, and learn about substrate reactivity and leaving group stability. Cover key topics such as the SN1 energy diagram, reaction examples, optimal substrates, and suitable alkyl halides for SN1 reactions.

Syllabus

Introduction
SN1 Reaction Mechanism
SN1 Energy Diagram
SN1 Reaction Example
Which Substrate Works Best
Which Alkyl Halides Work Best

Taught by

The Organic Chemistry Tutor

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