A solution of (−)−1 − chloro − 1− phenylethane in toluene racemises slowly in the presence of a small amount of \[SbC{{l}_{5}},\] due to the formation of:
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A)carbanion
B)carbene
C) carbocation
D) free radical
Correct Answer:
C
Solution :
Racemises slowly due to formation of intermediate carbocation.