Asked by Destiny Walker on Jul 31, 2024

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Which of the following species is not formed through a termination reaction in the chlorination of methane?

A) CH3Cl
B) HCl
C) H2
D) CH3CH3

Termination Reaction

The chemical reaction that concludes a chain reaction process by reacting two or more reactive intermediates to form a stable product.

Chlorination

A chemical process where chlorine is introduced to a compound, often to disinfect or to modify organic molecules in synthesis.

Methane

The simplest alkane and hydrocarbon, with the formula CH4, it is a significant component of natural gas and a potent greenhouse gas.

  • Identify and interpret the several stages implicated in a free radical mechanism, with an emphasis on initiation, propagation, and termination.
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Kayla SpeldrichAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The species H2 is not formed through a termination reaction in the chlorination of methane. It is most likely an impurity or a byproduct of the reaction. The other species listed (A, B, and D) are all formed through termination reactions.