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In Kolbe electrolysis, what is the relationship between the number...
In Kolbe electrolysis, what is the relationship between the number of carbon atoms in the alkyl group and the hydrocarbons formed?
Options
- AEqual
- BHalf
- CDouble
- DTriple
Correct answer
C. Double
Step-by-step solution
In Kolbe electrolysis, the hydrocarbons formed have double the number of carbon atoms present in the alkyl group of the carboxylic acid.