Racemic mixtures form in S_N1 reactions when leaving group departure results in a loss of chirality followed by subsequent attack of the nucleophile.

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In S_N1 reactions, racemic mixtures can form when a chiral center is lost during leaving group departure and subsequent attack of the nucleophile. This results in equal amounts of both enantiomers being produced, leading to a racemic mixture.

Racemic Mixtures Form in SN1 Reactions When Leaving Group Departure

Racemic Mixtures Form in S_N1 Reactions When Leaving Group Departure