Wurtz Reaction

Reaction: $2 R - X + 2 N a dry ether R - R + 2 N a X$
Mechanism: Probably involves an organosodium intermediate followed by displacement of the second halide.
Example: Two molecules of Methyl bromide react with sodium to give Ethane.
Limitation: If two different alkyl halides are used, a mixture of three alkanes is produced, which is difficult to separate.

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