NEET Chemistry Alkanes MCQ Question
When chloromethane undergoes chlorination, ethane is formed as a byproduct. What is the main reason for this byproduct formation?
Chain termination involving chlorine radicals.
Incomplete combustion of chloromethane.
Oxidation by potassium permanganate.
Reaction with sodium metal in dry ether.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
During chlorination of methane, ethane is formed as a byproduct due to chain termination reactions where methyl radicals combine to form ethane.
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