Step 1: Concept
The reaction of an alkyl halide with sodium metal in dry ether to form a higher alkane is a classic named reaction. Step 2: Analysis
Reagents: Alkyl bromide ( ) and Sodium ( ) in dry ether.
Product: n-Butane ( or ). Step 3: Identification
This matching of reagents and products is the definition of the Wurtz reaction. Step 4: Conclusion
The reaction is the Wurtz reaction. Final Answer:(A)
