Which of the following alkyl halides reacts most rapidly via an S_N1 solvolysis reaction in hot methanol? A) 1-iodohexane B) 1-fluorohexane C) (R)-2-bromohexane D) iodocyclohexane E) 1-iodo-1-methylcyclohexane

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E) 1-iodo-1-methylcyclohexane reacts most rapidly via an S_N1 solvolysis reaction in hot methanol due to the formation of a tertiary carbocation, which is more stable than the primary or secondary carbocations that would be formed from the other options.

Which of the Following Alkyl Halides Reacts Most Rapidly Via