NEET Chemistry Preparation Methods MCQ Question
Which method is used for the preparation of alkyl chlorides from alcohols?
Passing dry hydrogen chloride gas through alcohol
Free radical chlorination of alkanes
Electrophilic substitution with chlorine in the presence of a catalyst
Heating alcohol with concentrated nitric acid
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Detailed Explanation
Alkyl chlorides can be prepared by passing dry hydrogen chloride gas through a solution of alcohol or by heating a mixture of alcohol and concentrated aqueous halogen acid, as stated in the NCERT context.
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