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  4. A dihaloalkane 'X' , having formula C3H6Cl2 , on hydrolysis gives a compound, that can reduce Tollen’s reagent. The compound 'X' is

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Q. A dihaloalkane $ 'X' $ , having formula $ C_3H_6Cl_{2} $ , on hydrolysis gives a compound, that can reduce Tollen’s reagent. The compound $ 'X' $ is

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Solution:

Since, the obtained compound reduces Tollen's reagent, it must be an aldehyde. Thus, it is obvious that both the $- Cl$ atoms are present at $C _{1}$. Hence, the compound $X$ is 1, 1-dichloropropane and the, reactions are as follows

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