A dihaloalkane ′X′, having formula C3H6Cl2, on hydrolysis gives a compound, that can reduce Tollen's reagent. The compound ′X′ is
A
1,2-dichloropropane
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B
1,1-dichloropropane
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C
1,3-dichloropropane
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D
2,2-dichloropropane
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Solution
The correct option is C1,1-dichloropropane Since, the obtained compound reduces Tollen's reagent, it must be an aldehyde. Thus, it is obvious that both the −Cl atoms are present at C1. Hence, the compound 'X' is 1,1- dichloropropane and the reations are as follows.