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The above reaction proceeds through
The above reaction proceeds through
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The correct option is C Free radical substitution
This is a good example of a photochemical reaction. A reaction brought about by light.
One of the hydrogen atoms in the methyl group has been replaced by a chlorine atom, so this is a substitution reaction. However, the reaction doesn't stop there, and all three hydrogens in the methyl group can, in turn, be replaced by chlorine atoms.
Free radical substitution
This is a good example of a photochemical reaction. A reaction brought about by light.
One of the hydrogen atoms in the methyl group has been replaced by a chlorine atom, so this is a substitution reaction. However, the reaction doesn't stop there, and all three hydrogens in the methyl group can, in turn, be replaced by chlorine atoms.
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