Question

The number of carbon atoms in the alkane obtained
by the electrolysis of aqueous solution of sodium
salt of ethanoic acid is

(1) 8
(2) 2
(3) 6
(4) 4

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Answer 1

Answer:

2

Explanation:

2ch3cooNa +2h2o →ch3-ch3 +2co2+H2+2NaOH by the process of electrolysis called kolbes electrolytic method.

so ethane which has 2 carbon.