can someone give me really basic and simple explanations of difference between SN1 SN2 E1 and E2 reactions. cramming for exam tomorrow....

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anonymous · Answer

Hate to say it, but it's not really a concept you can cram. This guy explains the differences the best. I suggest you read through his articles: http://www.masterorganicchemistry.com/2013/01/18/wrapup-the-quick-n-dirty-guide-to-sn1sn2e1e2/ He also has a series of posts on how to decide by which mechanism a reaction will go. Here's the first post in the series: http://www.masterorganicchemistry.com/2012/11/21/deciding-sn1sn2e1e2-1-the-substrate/

anonymous · Answer

By the way are you by any chance in CHEM 212 at McGill?

anonymous · Answer

CHE 230 at University of KY!

anonymous · Answer

Thanks for your help!! Checking both of those out now!