Reactivity-selectivity relationships. Part 6. Application of the reactivity-selectivity principle to solvolytic reactions. Possible evidence for ion pair intermediates in SN2 solvolyses

Addy Pross, Haim Aronovitch, Rodi Koren

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Abstract

The reactivity-selectivity principle has been applied to the study of the solvolytic behaviour of octyl, 1-methylheptyl, and benzyl derivatives toward the competing nucleophiles, ethanol and water. Low selectivity values, k E/kW, are observed for these substrates. The results are interpreted as possible evidence for ion pair intermediates in SN2 solvolyses. The effect of changes in substrate, solvent polarity, leaving group, and temperature are consistent with this interpretation. In the presence of a strong nucleophile, such as azide ion, a traditional SN2 pathway is indicated.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)197-204
Number of pages8
JournalJournal of the Chemical Society, Perkin Transactions 2
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 1978

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  • Chemistry (all)

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