Question

How to convert 2-chlorobutane to 3 4-dimethylhexane?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer: The conversion is given below.

Explanation:

When 2-chlorobutane is treated with solid sodium in the presence of dry ether, it results in the formation of 3,4-dimethylhexane.

This reaction above is known as Wurtz reaction. This reaction occurs when one has to increase carbon atoms. In this, two moles of sodium halide is released.

The chemical equation for the reaction is given below in the image attached.