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Published on: August 14, 2026
Which of the following alkanes cannot be produced by Kolbe electrolysis of sodium or
potassium salts of carboxylic acids?
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In Kolbe's electrolysis, the alkane is formed when an aqueous solution of Na or K salt of carboxylic acid is electrolysed. The alkane formed has, two or more carbon atoms. This method can be used to prepare alkanes with even number of carbon atoms.
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