Organic Compounds Containing Halogens Question 177

Question: The reaction conditions leading to the best yields of $ C_2H_5Cl $ are:

Options:

A) $ C_2H_6(excess)+Cl_2\xrightarrow{UVlight} $

B) $ C_2H_6+Cl_2\xrightarrow[roomtemperature]{dark} $

C) $ C_2H_6+Cl_2(excess)\xrightarrow{UVlight} $

D) $ C_2H_6+Cl_2\xrightarrow{UVlight} $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] $ C_2H_6(excess)+Cl_2\xrightarrow{UVlight}C_2H_5Cl+HCl $