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The reaction condition leading to the best yield of C 2 H 5 Cl are
ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesJEE Main
Options:
  • A C 2 H 6 ( excess )+C l 2 UVlight
  • B C 2 H 6 +C l 2 ( excess ) roomtemp. dark
  • C C 2 H 6 +C l 2 UVlight
  • D C 2 H 6 +C l 2 ( excess ) UVlight
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The correct answer is: C 2 H 6 ( excess )+C l 2 UVlight

During chlorination of alkane, if excess of alkane is treated with   Cl 2 ( g )  in presence of light or heat, chance of mono–chlorination predominant.

  C 2 H 6 ( excess )+C l 2 UVlight CH 3 C H 2 Cl+HCl

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