Hydrocarbons Question 338

Question: Which of the following method can be used for the preparation of methane

Options:

A) Wurtz reaction

B) Kolbe’s reaction

C) Reduction of alkyl halide

D) Hydrogenation of alkene

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

$ CH_3-Cl+2H\xrightarrow{Zn/HCl}CH_4+HCl $