Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
A diagram shows the structure of a haloalkane where a halogen is attached to a secondary carbon in a linear carbon chain. What is the classification of this haloalkane based on the nature of the carbon to which the halogen is attached?
A
Primary haloalkane
B
Secondary haloalkane
C
Tertiary haloalkane
D
Polyhaloalkane
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
A haloalkane is classified as secondary when the halogen is attached to a carbon that is bonded to two other carbon atoms. This is directly aligned with the classification criteria stated in NCERT.
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