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In Kolbe electrolysis, what is the relationship between the number of carbon atoms in the alkyl group and the hydrocarbons formed?
ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsNEET
Options:
  • A Equal
  • B Half
  • C Double
  • D Triple
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Double
In Kolbe electrolysis, the hydrocarbons formed have double the number of carbon atoms present in the alkyl group of the carboxylic acid.

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