Comparison between Substitution and Elimination Reaction
The competition between Substitution (SN1/SN2) and Elimination (E1/E2) reactions is a pivotal concept in organic chemistry. This chart outlines the factors—such as the nature of the substrate, nucleophile/base strength, and temperature—that determine the major product pathway.
Understanding these pathways is essential for predicting products in reactions of alkyl halides and alcohols. This visual guide simplifies the decision-making process for competitive exams like JEE and NEET, helping students distinguish when a molecule will substitute versus when it will eliminate.
Figure 1: Comparison between Substitution and Elimination Reactions
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