what-characterizes-the-sn2-mechanism-involved-in-the-carbon-oxygen-bond-cleavage

Question

What characterizes the SN2 mechanism involved in the carbon-oxygen bond cleavage of a phosphate triester?

Accepted Answer

A single concerted step with inversion of configuration.

Answer

Formation of a carbene intermediate.

Answer

A two-step process with carbocation formation.

Answer

Free radical initiation and propagation steps.