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What is the composition of the hydrocarbons formed in Kolbe electrolysis in relation to the alkyl group of the carboxylic acid?
ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsNEET
Options:
  • A Half the number of carbon atoms
  • B Equal to the number of carbon atoms
  • C Double the number of carbon atoms
  • D Triple the number of carbon atoms
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The correct answer is: Double the number of carbon atoms
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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