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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Question

In the Frankland method, alkyl halides react with which metal to form higher alkanes?
Options
A Sodium
B Lithium
C Zinc
Correct Answer
D Potassium
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Frankland method uses zinc metal, often forming organozinc intermediates, to couple alkyl halides.

Hint

Similar to Wurtz but with a different metal.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 87 of 1999
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