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When a mixture of methane and chlorine is irradiated, reaction commences immediately. When irradiation is stopped, the reaction gradually slows down but does not stop immediately. Explain.
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When a mixture of methane (CH4) and chlorine (Cl2) is irradiated, it means that the mixture is exposed to light or other forms of electromagnetic radiation. This radiation provides the energy needed to break the chemical bonds in the reactants and initiate the Show more…
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