Question

The reaction \[\ce{RX + 2Na + RX -> R - R + 2NaX}\] is called ____________.

Options

• Wurtz reaction

• Sandmeyer’s reaction

• Fittig reaction

• Williamson’s synthesis

Answer 1

The reaction \[\ce{RX + 2Na + RX -> R - R + 2NaX}\] is called Wurtz reaction.

Explanation:

The given name reaction is the Wurtz reaction. When 2 moles alkyl halide reacts with sodium then it is called Wurtz reaction.