Electrophile Definition
An electrophile is best defined as species that:
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- basic organic principles
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- electrophile definition
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Correct Answer:
Accepts electrons forming new bond
- Etymology: 'Electrophile' means 'electron-loving'.
- Characteristic: It is an electron-deficient species (often with a positive charge or an incomplete octet).
- Action: It acts as a Lewis Acid, seeking electron pairs from an electron-rich site (nucleophile) to form a covalent bond.
- Examples: Cl+, NO2+, H+, AlCl3, BF3, and carbocations (R+).
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