JEE Main 2008 — Surface Chemistry Question with Solution
JEE Main 2008
Question
The hydrocarbon which can react with sodium in liquid ammonia is
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Correct answer
B
Step-by-step explanation
It is a terminal alkyne, having acidic hydrogen.
Note: Solve it as a case of terminal alkynes, otherwise all alkynes react with in liq. .
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