NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Which of the following conditions is necessary for the success of Kolbe's electrolytic method?
Options
- AHigh temperature
- BLow pH
- CAqueous solution
- DAbsence of water
Correct answer
C. Aqueous solution
Step-by-step solution
The Kolbe's electrolytic method requires an aqueous solution of the sodium or potassium salt of a carboxylic acid to be successful.