MCAT Question of the Day
    •

    Q:

    		 Replacing a methyl group on a 3° carbon with a phenyl group would most likely have which of the following effects?
    		 

    A

    		 Increase the likelihood of a reaction via the SN1 mechanism rather than the SN2 mechanism.

    B

    		 Decrease the boiling point of the molecule.

    C

    		 Increase the solubility of the molecule in water.

    D

    		 Decrease the toxicity of the molecule to mice.



    Molecular Structure |
    Subscribe


    Is Your Score Stuck?

    We can teach you how to crush the MCAT!

    Learn More