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Published on: August 12, 2026
obtained by Cl chlorination of 
‐ butane will be
A
meso form
B
racemic mixture
C
‐form
D
‐form
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Chlorination of 
‐ butane takes place via free radical formation. i . e . 
‐hybrid planar shape intermediate and 
may attack from either side to give
(Mixture of 50% 
‐form and 50% 
‐form)
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