Question

C2H5CL + 2Na + C2H5CL---- C2H5-C2H5
the above reaction is known as

a)wurtz reactions
b) wurtz-fitting reaction
c) swarts reaction
d( finkelstein reactions ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Option a) Wurtz reaction

Explanation:

Two alkyl halide molecules are coupled in presence of sodium metal in anhydrous ether or Tetrahydrofuran to form a new carbon carbon bond and thus by giving a symmetrical alkane.

2R–X + 2Na → R–R + 2Na+X-

Where X = halogen