Chemistry · Oct / Nov 2023 · Paper 11 · Question 36

An incomplete equation for the reaction of propane with chlorine is shown. C3H8 + Cl2 → C3H7Cl + X A student writes three statements about this reaction. 1 The activation energy for this reaction is provided by ultraviolet light. 2 C3H7Cl has two different structural formulae. 3 X is an acidic gas. Which statements are correct?

1. A1, 2 and 3
2. B1 and 2 only
3. C1 and 3 only
4. D2 and 3 only

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