Question

What are the features of E2 mechanism??

Answer 1

Answer:

E2 is a single state elimination with a single transition state.

To form pie bonds hybridisation of carbons needs to be lowered from Sp3 to Sp2.

Answer 2

Answer:

• E2 is a single step elimination, with a single transition state.
• It is typically undergone by primary substituted alkyl halides, but is possible with some secondary alkyl halides and other compounds.