Which one of the following is an electrophile?
Correct answer: B. CH4
- A. Br-
- B. CH4
- C. NH3
- D. H2O
Explanation
An electrophile is a species that lack electrons or has a positive charge on it. Br- is a nucleophile, along with H2O and NH3. CH4 is neither a nucleophile nor an electrophile. However, its radical, -CH+3 has electrophilic properties. So, out of all options, B option is the most suitable one.
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