Amongst the following, which is/are TRUE for S_N2 reaction?

MHT CET Chemistry question

Amongst the following, which is/are TRUE for reaction?

(A)The rate of reaction is independent of the concentration of the nucleophile
(B)The nucleophile attacks the carbon atom on the side of the molecule opposite to the group being displaced
(C)The reaction proceeds with simultaneous bond formation and bond rupture
(D)Both (b) and (c)Correct

Answer: (D)

is a single-step bimolecular reaction with backside attack and concerted bond making/breaking, so (b) and

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