What happens when n-hexane is heated ta 773 K at 10-20 atm. in the presence of Cr2O3 of V2O5 or Mo2O3 supported on alumina?

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2-Methylpentane is produced

3-Methylpentane is produced

Cyclohexane is produced

Benzene is produced

answer is D.

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Similarly, n-heptane gives toluene. The reaction is called reforming or aromatization. If Pt is used the reaction is known as platforming.

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