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convert ethyl chloride to methyl chloride​

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Answered by parth150606
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Answer:

1.A slightly convoluted approach.

2.Firstly perform a S N 2 reaction using say aqueous K O H to form ethyl alcohol.

3.Now oxidise ethanol(KM n O4) to ethaonic acid.

4.Perform a subsequent soda lime decarboxylation to yield methane.

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