Hydrocarbons Question 227

Question: An alkane (X) with its molecular formula $ C_6H _{14} $ can be obtained by reduction of only two isomeric alkyl chlorides (excluding stereoisomers) $ C_6H _{13}Cl $ with Zn acid. The alkyl chlorides are

Options:

A) 2-chloro-4-methyl pentane and 3-chloro-2-methyl pentane

B) 3, 3-dimethyl-1-chlorobutane and 2, 2-dimethyl-3- chlorobutane

C) 2, 3-dimethyl-1-chlorobutane and 2-chloro-2, 3-dimethyl butane

D) 2-chlorohexane and 3-chlorohexane

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

[c]