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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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In the reduction of alkyl halides to alkanes, which reagents are commonly used?
Options
A NaBH4 and LiAlH4
B Zn, HCl, and HI
Correct Answer
C H2O and H2SO4
D NaOH and heat
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Alkyl halides are reduced by nascent hydrogen from Zn/HCl or HI, yielding alkanes.

Hint

Nascent hydrogen is generated in situ.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 91 of 1999
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