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Which of the following reactions is used to prepare Methane in the laboratory?
AHeating sodium acetate with soda lime
BReaction of calcium carbide with water
CDehydration of ethanol
DReduction of CO2
✓ Correct Answer: A — Heating sodium acetate with soda lime
Decarboxylation of sodium acetate using soda lime (NaOH + CaO) is the standard lab prep for methane.
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