Acetylene, C₂H₂, the Simplest Alkyne, Can Be Prepared from "Inorganic $\rarr$

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Multiple Choice

Acetylene, C₂H₂, the simplest alkyne, can be prepared from "inorganic" materials. Which of these reactions is used to prepare acetylene in this way

• A)2C + H₂ \(\rarr\)C₂H₂
• B)C₂H₄ \(\rarr\) C₂H₂ + H₂
• C)2CO + 2H₂O \(\rarr\) C₂H₂ + H₂O₂
• D)CaC₂ + 2H₂O \(\rarr\)C₂H₂ + Ca(OH)₂

Understand the purpose and effectiveness of using comparisons and metaphors in communication.

Recognize the limitations and challenges in applying formal tests to the acceptability of comparative reasoning.

Identify the critical thinking requirements for evaluating comparisons and metaphors in arguments.

Describe criteria such as "Comprehensiveness" and "Productivity" for evaluating comparative reasoning.

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