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In chain propagation of chlorination of alkanes, the chlorine free radical attacks methane to generate

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All of the above

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Chlorine free radical

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Hydrogen free radical

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Methyl free radical

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Solution

The correct option is D
Methyl free radical

In chain propagation of chlorination of alkanes , the chlorine free radical attacks methane to generate methyl free radical which further continues the reaction

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