Heavy water () is frequently employed to synthesize deuterated compounds. Which of the following hydrolysis reactions correctly yields deutero-methane ()?

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Heavy water ($D_2O$) is frequently employed to synthesize deuterated compounds. Which of the following hydrolysis reactions correctly yields deutero-methane ($CD_4$)?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: D. Aluminium carbide () yields methane upon hydrolysis with normal water, and similarly yields deutero-methane () upon reaction with heavy water (). yields deutero-acetylene (). yields deutero-ammonia ().

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