Wurtz reaction facts for kids
The Wurtz reaction is a coupling reaction in organic chemistry, organometallic chemistry and in organic main group polymers. Alkyl halides react with sodium metal in dry ether solution to form a higher alkane. It is named after Charles Adolphe Wurtz.
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In Spanish: Reacción de Wurtz para niños
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