Section: Module 5: Lesson 1: Nucleophilic Substitution Reaction Overview | Organic Chemistry 1 | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Distinguish nucleophiles, electrophiles, and leaving groups in substitution reactions.
    • Appraise the relationship between the electrophile and the leaving group in a substitution reaction.
    • Explain the difference between electron-rich and electron-poor atoms.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 18 minutes.

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