A-LevelChemistryHalogen derivatives9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2017 · Q381 Mark

Which statements help to explain the mechanism of the reaction between 1-chloropropane and ammonia? 1 1-chloropropane has a δ− chlorine atom that forms hydrogen bonds with a δ+ hydrogen atom in ammonia. 2 1-chloropropane is a polar compound with a δ+ carbon atom. 3 There is a lone pair of electrons on the nitrogen atom in ammonia.

A1, 2 and 3 are correct

B1 and 2 only are correct

C2 and 3 only are correct

D1 only is correct

✓ Correct answer

C: 2 and 3 only are correct

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Topic: Halogen derivatives, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2017 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 38.

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