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Standard IX
Chemistry
Energy Change in Chemical Reaction
How isb Ethan...
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How is
(b) Ethane prepared in the laboratory.
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Laboratory preparation of ethane: When the mixture of sodium propionate and soda lime is taken in the boiling tube and heated the ethane gas is evolved. It is also collected by the downward displacement of water.
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