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Question
Name the following organic compound:
The compound formed by complete chlorination of ethyne.
Short/Brief Note
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Solution
1, 1, 2, 2-Tetrachloro ethane
Explanation:
The complete reaction of ethyne with chlorine gives 1, 1, 2, 2-Tetrachloro ethane. The reaction in steps is given as:
(i) \[\ce{C2H2 + Cl2 -> ClCH = CHCl}\]
(ii) \[\ce{ClCH = CHCl + Cl2 -> Cl2CH - CHCl2}\]
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Chapter 15: Unsaturated Hydrocarbons: Alkynes - Questions from ICSE Examinations [Page 279]
