IB Chemistry R3.4.9 SN1 and SN2 Mechanisms Key Definitions
R3.4.9 SN1 and SN2 mechanisms (HL only) Key Definitions
Definition
Nucleophilic substitution reactions
Nucleophilic substitution reactions occur when a nucleophile (an electron-rich species) attacks an electrophile (an electron-deficient species) and replaces a leaving group.