When methane reacts with Cl2 in the presence of diffused light, the product obtained are:
Correct answer: D. Mixture of a, b, and c
- A. Chloroform only
- B. Carbon tetrachloride only
- C. Chloromethane and dichloromethane
- D. Mixture of a, b, and c
Explanation
The correct answer is Option D: Mixture of chloromethane, dichloromethane, and chloroform. When methane reacts with Cl2 in the presence of diffused light, it forms a combination of chloromethane (CH3Cl), dichloromethane (CH2Cl2), and chloroform (CHCl3). The other options are incorrect because they suggest the formation of only one specific compound, while in reality, the reaction results in a mixture of products.
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