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Question

Which of the following gives propyne on hydrolysis.

A

$Al_{4}C_{3}$

B

$Mg_{2}C_{3}$

C

$B_{4}C$

D

$La_{4}C_{3}$

Answer

$Mg_{2}C_{3}$

Explanation

Solution

Propyne can be prepared by the hydrolysis of magnesium carbide.

Mg₂C₃ + 4H₂O → CH₃C $\equiv$ CH + 2Mg(OH)₂