Question
Chemistry Question on Alkanes
Which of the following alkane cannot be made in good yield by Wurtz reaction ?
A
2, 3 - Dimethylbutane
B
n - Heptane
C
n - Butane
D
n - Hexane
Answer
n - Heptane
Explanation
Solution
The Correct option is B: n-Heptane
n-Heptane is an unsymmetrical alkane (Odd no. of carbon atoms). So it can not be made in good yield using Wurtz reaction.