Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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Chapter 9 - Alkynes - Problems - Page 396: Problem 9-3

Answer

Acetylene will likely undergo a decomposition reaction.

Work Step by Step

Acetylene will decompose into $2C$ and $H_2$. The reaction would be exothermic and there will also be increase in entropy. The activation barrier will be overcomed at 1500$^{\circ}$C.
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