MCQ
To prepare a pure sample of $n-$ hexane using sodium metal as one reactant, the other reactant will be
  • $n-$ propyl bromide
  • B
    Ethyl bromide and  $ n-$  butyl bromide
  • C
    Ethyl chloride and $ n-$ butyl chloride
  • D
    Methyl bromide and  $ n -$ pentyl chloride

Answer

Correct option: A.
$n-$ propyl bromide
a
(a) According to wurtz reaction

$2C{H_3}C{H_2}C{H_2}Br + 2Na\xrightarrow{{ether}}$ $C{H_3}{(C{H_2})_4}C{H_3} + 2NaBr$

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