Question

What are the steps in solving an SN1 reaction?

Answer 1

How do you propose that we demonstrate this without a scenario?

Explanation:

`S_(N)1` reactions are essentially BOND-BREAKING reactions, that proceed thru the intermediacy of a three-membered intermediate. And we could examine the solvolysis of say a benzyl halide....

`PhCH_2X stackrel"slow"rarrunderbrace(PhCH_2^(+))_"benzyl carbocation" + X^-`

And such a species could undergo solvolysis...i.e. with the alcoholic or aqueous solvent....

`PhCH_2^+ + ROH stackrel(-H^+)rarr PhCH_2OR`

But you should digest the relevant chapter in your text....