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Explain why alkanes are generally unreactive towards polar reagents. Describe the conditions under which alkanes react with chlorine and give an equation for the reaction of ethane with chlorine under these conditions.
CAIE A Level Chemistry 9701 · Hydrocarbons
Hydrocarbons: explain question
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