Question

how is nitromethane prepared from the following a)alkyl halide b) Alpha halogen carboxylic acid c)Alpha nitro alkane with reactions ​

Answer 1

The correct answer for ur question is option (C)

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Wurtz Reaction: CH3Br + 2Na + CH3Br → CH3 - CH3 (ethane) + 2NaBr (passed over dry ether)

Pyrolysis: 3C2H6 → 2CH2 = CH2 + 2CH4 + H2 (770 K)

Nitration: CH4 + HNO3 (conc. vapour) → CH3NO2 (nitromethane) + H20 (673 K)

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