Question
Chemistry Question on Hydrocarbons
When CH3CH2CHCl2 is treated with NaNH2, the product formed is
A
CH3 – CH = CH2
B
CH3 – C ≡ CH
C
CH3CH2CHNH2NH2
D
CH3CH2CHClNH2
Answer
CH3 – C ≡ CH
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B) : CH3 – C ≡ CH
This is the process for making alkyne. In this reaction, reducing agents like alcohol KOH or sodamide are applied to the alkyl dihalide to produce alkyne as a byproduct.