Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019190

What is the reaction type when chlorine replaces hydrogen in hydrocarbons?

1

Elimination

2

Addition

3

Substitution

4

Redox

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. Substitution

Solution:

The reaction between chlorine and hydrocarbons is a substitution reaction, as chlorine replaces hydrogen atoms in the hydrocarbon chains.

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