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Hydrocarbons: Alkane reaction MCQ

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Alkane reactionMediumQuestion 33006

Question

The characteristic reaction of alkanes is:

  1. A
    free-radical substitution
    Correct
  2. B
    electrophilic addition
  3. C
    nucleophilic addition
  4. D
    hydration across double bond

Correct answer

free-radical substitution

Explanation

Halogenation of alkanes proceeds via radicals.

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