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Free radical chlorination of butane gives 2-chlorobutane and 1-chlorobutane. 2-chlorobutane formed is

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(+) isomer
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() isomer
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(±) isomer

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Meso
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Solution

The correct option is C

(±) isomer


The free radical CH3CHCH2CH3 during formation of 2-chlorobutane is planar. Its collision with Cl2 gives (±)2 chlorobutane as Cl may attack on either side forming two molecules with opposite configuration.

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