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Isopropyl bromide undergoes the Wurtz reaction with sodium metal in dry ether. What is the major alkane product formed?

Answer: A

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The Wurtz reaction couples two identical alkyl radicals. Two isopropyl radicals ($CH_3-\dot{C}H-CH_3$) couple to form 2,3-dimethylbutane.

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