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Chemistry of Hydrocarbons Kolbe's Electrolysis

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Electrolysis of sodium propionate, CH₃CH₂COONa, gives:

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Correct Answer: B) Butane

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Propionate forms ethyl radicals after loss of CO₂, and two ethyl radicals couple to form butane.

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