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Total number of nucleophiles from the following is: $NH_3$, $PhSH$, $(H_3C_2S)_2$, $H_2C=CH_2$, $OH^-$, $H_3O^+$, $(CH_3)_2CO$, $NCH_3$

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When counting nucleophiles, look for species with lone pairs of electrons or negative charges that can donate electrons.
Updated On: Apr 11, 2025
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

A nucleophile is a species that donates an electron pair to form a chemical bond in a reaction. The given species that can act as nucleophiles are: 1. NH3 (Ammonia) 
2. PhSH (Phenyl thiol) 
3. \({(H}_3{C}_2{S})_2\) (Dimethyl disulfide) 
4. \({OH}^-\) (Hydroxide ion) 
5. \({H}_3{O}^+\) (Hydronium ion) 
6. \({NCH}_3\) (Methylamine) Thus, there are 6 nucleophiles in total.

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