what-is-the-primary-reason-for-inversion-of-configuration-during-an-sn2-reaction

Question

What is the primary reason for inversion of configuration during an SN2 reaction?

Accepted Answer

The nucleophile attacks from the opposite side of the leaving group.

Answer

The nucleophile attacks from the same side as the leaving group.

Answer

The leaving group reattaches after the nucleophile attack.

Answer

The reaction involves a carbocation intermediate.