A-LevelChemistryHalogen derivatives9701/12 · May/June 2011 · Q211 Mark

Which halogenoalkane will undergo an SN1 reaction and produce a yellow precipitate when AgNO3(aq) is added to it?

A1-chlorobutane

B1-iodobutane

C2-chloro-2-methylpropane

D2-iodo-2-methylpropane

✓ Correct answer

D: 2-iodo-2-methylpropane

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Topic: Halogen derivatives, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, May/June 2011 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 21.

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