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A-LevelChemistryHalogen derivatives9701/12 · May/June 2018 · Q231 Mark

Primary halogenoalkanes undergo hydrolysis reactions. Which reaction would occur most rapidly if they are all warmed to the same temperature?

AC2H5Br with H2O
BC2H5Br with NaOH(aq)
CC2H5Cl with H2O
DC2H5Cl with NaOH(aq)

✓ Correct answer

B: C2H5Br with NaOH(aq)

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Halogen derivatives, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Chemistry, May/June 2018 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 23.

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