When Alkanes React with Chlorine in the Presence of Ultraviolet

question 198

Multiple Choice

When alkanes react with chlorine in the presence of ultraviolet light,chlorine atoms substitute for one or more alkane hydrogen atoms.What is the number of different chloroalkane compounds that can be formed by the reaction of C₂H₆ with chlorine?

• A)3
• B)6
• C)9
• D)12

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