7. Substitution Reactions
Substitution Comparison
81PRACTICE PROBLEM
When (S)-3-chloro-1,1-dimethylcyclopentane reacts with sodium cyanide, a single product is formed. Explain why, upon the reaction of the same molecule with water, a mixture of two enantiomers is formed.
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When (S)-3-chloro-1,1-dimethylcyclopentane reacts with sodium cyanide, a single product is formed. Explain why, upon the reaction of the same molecule with water, a mixture of two enantiomers is formed.