Question

(CH3)CBr + OH- →? Give a suitable product along with a reaction mechanism and also identify the type of reaction.​

Answer 1

Answer:

This is SN1 mechanism

Product is (CH3)3COH.

Explanation:

Mechanism is

Step1

Formation of carbocation

(CH3)3CBr -> (CH3)3C+ + Br-

Step-2

Attack of nucleophile OH^-

(CH3)3C+ +OH^- = (CH3)3COH