10.10—Experimental observations and data can be used to compare the relative rates of hydrolysis of: i primary, secondary

Understand that experimental observations and data can be used to compare the relative rates of hydrolysis of: i primary, secondary and tertiary structural isomers of a halogenoalkane ii primary chloro-, bromo- and iodoalkanes using aqueous silver nitrate in ethanol.

Use —experimental observations and data can be used to compare the relative rates of hydrolysis of: i primary, secondary to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because —experimental observations and data can be used to compare the relative rates of hydrolysis of: i primary, secondary determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply —experimental observations and data can be used to compare the relative rates of hydrolysis of: i primary, secondary to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: —Experimental observations and data can be used to compare the relative rates of hydrolysis of: i primary, secondary is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.