the stability of the intermediate alkyl cation and the polarity of the solvent will play a big role in the rate of sn1 reaction, while the steric hinderance around the reacting center will be of prime importance in the sn2 reaction. which of the following alkyl halides will be predicted to react faster in the sn1 reaction? select one: 2 - chloro - 2 - methylpropane 1 - chlorobutane 2 - chlorobutane