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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods Objective Question
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Which of the following methods would produce a symmetrical alkane from two identical alkyl halides?
Options
A Grignard reaction with water
B Decarboxylation
C Wurtz reaction
Correct Answer
D Hydrogenation
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Wurtz reaction: 2R-X + 2Na → R-R + 2NaX, giving a symmetrical alkane when the same alkyl halide is used.

Hint

Coupling two identical alkyl groups.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Alkanes: Properties and Preparation Methods
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 120 of 1999
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