Methane reacts with chlorine in the presence of sunlight to form chloromethane and
Methane reacts with chlorine in the presence of sunlight to form chloromethane and
hydrogen chloride. Which of the following statements is CORRECT?
Statement I: Only one chlorine atom can substitute at a time.
Statement II: The reaction is an example of a substitution reaction.
Statement III: Multiple substitution can occur if the reaction continues.
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Correct answer: (C) I, II and III are true