Conversion of Ethane to Acetylene

Explanation

To convert ethane (C2H6) to acetylene (C2H2), we will follow a series of steps involving halogenation and elimination reactions. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the process:

### Step 1: Halogenation of Ethane
1. **Starting Compound**: Ethane (C2H6)
2. **Reagent**: Chlorine (Cl2) in the presence of UV light (hv)
3. **Reaction**: Ethane reacts with chlorine to form an alkyl halide.
- **Equation**:
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