Example of some good leaving group. "?" Help help help.

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Makan
Apr 24, 2018

Good Leaving Groups are typically weak bases (conjugate bases of strong acids)

Explanation:

Like I mentioned above, weak bases are good leaving groups, and they are categorized based on their conjugate acid.
Remember:
strong acid = weak conjugate base
Weak acid = strong conjugate base

https://www.masterorganicchemistry.com/tips/what-makes-a-good-leaving-group/

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