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Propagation of free radical mechanism takes place by the:

Correct answer: C. Consumption of a free radical and production of another free radical

  • A. Reaction of free radical with another free radical
  • B. Formation of two free radicals
  • C. Consumption of a free radical and production of another free radical
  • D. Reaction between two molecules

Explanation

A propagation step is a stage in a chain reaction where the number of free radicals is conserved. This occurs when a free radical reacts with a stable molecule to generate a new product molecule and another free radical, which can then continue the chain.

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