The substitution reactions of halogens with alkanes in the presence of ultraviolet…

CHEMISTRY · Multi-part · A Level · Chemistry · Alkanes · Alkanes

Problem

The substitution reactions of halogens with alkanes in the presence of ultraviolet light or heat are examples of radical reactions. Write the overall equations for the following reactions. Use molecular formulas in your answers. (a) reaction between bromine and ethane (b) reaction between chlorine and propane (c) reaction between bromine and methane

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