Which alkyl halide is least reactive with magnesium metal? A) CH₃CH₂CH₂Br B) CH₃CH₂CH₂F C) CH₃CH₂CH₂I D) CH₃CH₂CH₂Cl

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In general, the reactivity of alkyl halides with magnesium metal follows the order: iodide > bromide > chloride > fluoride. Therefore, the alkyl halide with the smallest halogen (i.e., fluoride) will be the least reactive with magnesium metal. The only option with a fluoride is option B, so it is the best choice.

Which Alkyl Halide Is Least Reactive with Magnesium Metal