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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Which reagent is used in the Frankland method to prepare higher alkanes?
Options
A Sodium in dry ether
B Zinc in inert solvent
Correct Answer
C Magnesium in ether
D Aluminum chloride
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Frankland method uses zinc metal in an inert solvent to couple alkyl halides.

Hint

Not Wurtz (sodium) but similar.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 100 of 1999
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