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The chlorination of methane is an exampl...

The chlorination of methane is an example of :

A

elimination reaction

B

substitution reaction

C

addition reaction

D

oxidation reaction

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The correct Answer is:
B
Chlorination of methane is an example of substitution reaction.
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