how to convert propane to Ethane? (class 11 chemistry)
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Propane can be converted into ethane by Catalytic Cracking.
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Propane can be converted into ethane by following step of reactions -
(i). React propane with bromine in the presence of sunlight via free radical substitution , 2-bromopropane is formed .
(ii). React 2-bromoprapane with alcoholic KOH , propene is formed .
(iii). React propene with ozone followed by Zn , acetaldehyde is formed .
(iv). React acetaldehyde with Zn(Hg) in the presence of HCl , ethane is formed .
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