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STANDARD Chemistry Decarboxylation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which alkane is produced when sodium salt of butanoic acid is heated with soda lime?
A
CH₃CH₃
B
CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₃
C
CH₄
D
CH₃CH₂CH₃
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
When sodium salt of butanoic acid is heated with soda lime (a mixture of NaOH and CaO), decarboxylation occurs, producing propane (CH₃CH₂CH₃).
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