S N 1 reactions run in polar solvents have faster rates than S N 1 reactions run

Question

SN1 reactions run in polar solvents have faster rates than SN1 reactions run in nonpolar solvents. Which statement provides the best explanation for the difference in rates?

Select one:

-Polar solvents stabilize the transition state in the rate-determining step.

-Nonpolar solvents stabilize the transition state in the rate-determining step.

-Polar solvents stabilize the carbocation intermediate.

-Nonpolar solvents stabilize the carbocation intermediate.

-The reaction mechanism is different in polar solvents than in nonpolar solvents.

Explanation / Answer

SN1 reactions run in polar solvents have faster rates than SN1 reactions run in nonpolar solvents because   Polar solvent stabilizes transition state and carbocation intermediate

so answer is

A Polar solvents stabilize the transition state in the rate-determining step.

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