Question:

In the following reaction 'X' is
CH3 (CH2)4 CH3 \(\frac{A n h y . A l C l _3 }{HCL\triangle}X\) major product

Updated On: Mar 20, 2025
  • CH3 (CH2)4 CH2Cl
  • Cl-CH2-(CH2)4-CH2-Cl
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

n-alkanes on heating in this presence of anhydrous A1Cl3 and hydrogen chloride gas isomerise to branched chain alkanes.
The major product has one methyl side chain.

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