MCQ 11 Mark
A dibromo derivative of an alkane reacts with sodium metal to form an alicyclic hydrocarbon. The derivative is
- A1,1-dibromopropane
- B2, 2- dibromobutane
- C1, 2 dibromoethane
- ✓1, 4-dibromobutane
Answer
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1, 4-dibromobutane
(d) 1, 4-dibromobutane
Explanation: Of all the given options, it is possible with 1,4-dibromobutane to form cyclobutane as shown by intramolecular wurtz reaction.

Explanation: Of all the given options, it is possible with 1,4-dibromobutane to form cyclobutane as shown by intramolecular wurtz reaction.



