engineering chemistry MCQ #846

The reaction of alkyl halides with sodium in dry ether is known as?

engineering chemistry MCQ #846

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of alkyl halides with sodium in dry ether is known as?

    • A) Wurtz reaction
    • B) Fittig reaction
    • C) Williamson synthesis
    • D) Grignard reaction

    Answer: Wurtz reaction

    Explanation: Wurtz reaction involves the coupling of two alkyl halides in the presence of sodium to form an alkane.