Question
Question: Ethane is formed during the formation of chloromethane by chlorination of methane because...
Ethane is formed during the formation of chloromethane by chlorination of methane because
A
Higher members of the hydrocarbons are generally formed during reactions.
B
Two methyl free radicals may combine during chlorination to give ethane
C
Two chloromethane molecules react to form ethane
D
Chlorine free radical reacts with methane to give ethane.
Answer
Two methyl free radicals may combine during chlorination to give ethane
Explanation
Solution
: Methyl free redicals may react to form ethane.
C∙H3+C∙l→CH3Cl (chloromethane)
Or C∙H3+C∙H3→CH3−CH3 (ethane)