AP EAMCET · Chemistry · General Organic Chemistry
Which among the following compounds is a gem-dihalide?
- A Ethylidene chloride
- B Ethylene dichloride
- C Methyl chloride
- D Benzyl chloride
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) Ethylidene chloride
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Gem-dihalide is a compound that have two halogen atoms on the same carbon atom. Ethylidene chloride is a gem-dihalide. Hence, the correct option is (1).
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