NEET Chemistry Alkanes MCQ Question
What is the product of the Wurtz reaction when two moles of bromoethane (C2H5Br) are treated with sodium metal in dry ether?
Butane (C4H10)
Ethane (C2H6)
Hexane (C6H14)
Propane (C3H8)
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The Wurtz reaction involves the coupling of two alkyl halides using sodium metal in dry ether to form a higher alkane. When bromoethane is used, the reaction results in the formation of butane.
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