which-of-the-following-is-the-correct-order-of-steps-in-the-nas-mechanism-of-sap

Question

Which of the following is the correct order of steps in the NAS mechanism of saponification?

Accepted Answer

Nucleophilic attack, tetrahedral intermediate, loss of leaving group, proton transfer

Answer

Tetrahedral intermediate, nucleophilic attack, proton transfer, loss of leaving group

Answer

Loss of leaving group, proton transfer, nucleophilic attack, tetrahedral intermediate

Answer

Proton transfer, nucleophilic attack, loss of leaving group, tetrahedral intermediate