Chapter 22, Problem 22.82P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: An explanation, with reference to the accepted mechanism of nucleophilic acyl substitution, for the evidence of a tetrahedral intermediate is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The replacement or substitution of one functional group with another functional group in any chemical reaction is termed as substitution reaction. The electron rich chemical species that contains negative charge or lone pair of electrons is known as a nucleophile. In nucleophilc acyl substitution reaction, a nucleophile takes the position of a leaving group.