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Wurtz reaction converts alkyl halide int...

Wurtz reaction converts alkyl halide into alkane when it is made to react with

A

Na in alcohol

B

Na in dry ether

C

Zn in alcohol

D

Zn in dry ether

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The correct Answer is:
B
The reagent used in Wurtz reaction is Na in dry ether.
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