Question

Which term describes this reaction?

CH3Br(aq) + OH-(aq) -> CH3OH(aq) + Br-(aq)

A. addition
B. condensation
C. elimination
D. substitution

Answer 1

what do you think it is?

Answer 2

I can eliminate addition because it does not seem to be addition. I notice that they are sorta rearranged, so I'm leaning towards substitution. (That was a bad explanation, I apologize)

Answer 3

no it is fine you are right

Answer 4

elimination you will end up with formation of a double or triple bond

Answer 5

condensation is simply the combination of two molecules with the production of water as a biproduct

Answer 6

for example when two monosaccharide react to form a disaccharide

Answer 7

I'm taking note of that info, thank you very much, you were very helpful. Not too sure how to give a medal since I'm a bit new to this site. Do I just click "best response"

Answer 8

Addition is the adding of something to a molecule without loss of any of that molecules substituents

Answer 9

just ht the best response button

Answer 10

hit*

Answer 11

Thanks again, you explained it very well and provided great explanations

Answer 12

substitution is just replacing one substituent usually a heteroatom with another heteroatom (a heteroatom is any atom that isnt hydrogen or carbon in organic chemistry)

Answer 13

gotcha
is it possible to receive help with one more question?

Answer 14

nevermind, got it

Answer 15

yeah it is just click close on your current question by scrolling up

Answer 16

Then just ask a new question

Answer 17

sorry for the late reply

Answer 18

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