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Formation of alkanes by action of Zn on alkyl halides is called

Correct answer
A
Frankland reaction
B
Cannizzaro reaction
C
Wurtz reaction
D
Kolbe's reaction

Solution

Formation of alkanes by action of Zn on alkyl halides is called as Frankland reaction.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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