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Alkyl halide and aryl halide react in the presence of sodium metal and dry ether. The name of the reaction is?

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The Wurtz-Fittig Reaction is useful for synthesizing aromatic compounds with alkyl groups.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2025
  • Wurtz Reaction
  • Wurtz-Fittig Reaction
  • Fittig Reaction
  • Williamson Ether Synthesis
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

In the Wurtz-Fittig reaction, alkyl halides and aryl halides react in the presence of sodium metal in dry ether to form alkyl aryl compounds: \[ C_6H_5Cl + CH_3Cl + 2Na \xrightarrow{\text{Dry Ether}} C_6H_5CH_3 + 2NaCl. \] 
Explanation: Wurtz Reaction involves only alkyl halides. Fittig Reaction involves only aryl halides. Williamson Ether Synthesis is unrelated to this reaction.

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