MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

Identify the product of reforming reaction of n-hexane in the presence of over alumina.

(A)BenzeneCorrect
(B)Cyclohexane
(C)Methyl benzene
(D)Phenol

Answer: (A)

Solution

Aromatisation (reforming) of alkanes with six or more carbon atoms occurs when the alkane is passed over a catalyst such as , or supported on alumina at about 773 K and 10-20 atm pressure. n-Hexane undergoes dehydrogenation and cyclisation, losing 4

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