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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Which reaction do alkanes undergo with halogens in the presence of light or heat?
Options
A Addition
B Elimination
C Substitution
Correct Answer
D Oxidation
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Alkanes undergo free radical substitution (halogenation) where a hydrogen is replaced by a halogen.

Hint

Light initiates the free radical mechanism.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 79 of 1999
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