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Which of the following statements is not correct for a nucleophile?

1. Nucleophile is a Lewis acid
2. Ammonia is a nucleophile
3. Nucleophiles attack on less e− density sites
4. Nucleophiles are not electron seeking

Correct answer: Nucleophile is a Lewis acid

Solution

A nucleophile is a Lewis base, not a Lewis acid, as it donates an electron pair. The other options correctly describe nucleophiles.

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