Organic Compounds Containing Halogens Question 203
Question: $ CH_3-CH_2-\underset{Cl}{\mathop{\underset{|}{\mathop{C}}}}H-CH_3 $ obtained by chlorination of n-butane, will be
Options:
A) meso-form
B) racemic mixture
C) d-form
D) l-form
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
[b] Chlorination of alkanes is a free-radical reaction. Since the intermediate free radical is planar ( $ sp^{2} $ hybridised) it can be attacked on either side of the face forming racemi mixture.
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