NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Which of the following options can convert Ethyne into benzene?
Options
- AEthyne can be converted into benzene by heating it with a strong acid catalyst.
- BEthyne can be converted into benzene by heating it in red hot iron tube around 873K
- CEthyne can be converted into benzene by hydrogenating it in the presence of a nickel catalyst.
- DEthyne can be converted into benzene by treating it with chlorine gas followed by hydrolysis.
Correct answer
B. Ethyne can be converted into benzene by heating it in red hot iron tube around 873K
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Ethyne can be converted into benzene by heating it in red hot iron tube around 873K