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Chemistry of Hydrocarbons Free-Radical Halogenation of Alkanes

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Free-radical substitution of an alkane with chlorine is initiated by:

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Correct Answer: A) Heat or UV light

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Heat or UV light causes homolytic cleavage of Cl₂ to produce chlorine radicals that initiate the chain reaction.

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