Chemistry A-Level
substitution
What substitution means in Chemistry A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of substitution
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The chlorine replaces a hydrogen atom, and the hydrogen that leaves is carried away as hydrogen chloride.
Topics that use substitution
- Chlorination of alkanes (AQA A-Level)
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