Can I get ethyne from ethane like this on a highschool test?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of converting ethane (C2H6) to ethyne (C2H2) through a two-step reaction process: C2H6 = C2H4 + H2 followed by C2H4 = C2H2 + H2. Participants emphasize that while the reaction equations can be balanced, the actual occurrence of these reactions depends on specific conditions, such as temperature and catalysts. It is crucial to understand that the mere ability to write a balanced equation does not guarantee that the reaction will proceed in practice.

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Apr 6, 2015

susankhanoom

Please post this type of questions in HW section using the template.

c2h6 = c2h4 + h2
c2h4 = c2h2 + h2

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Apr 7, 2015

Borek

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Only if you can explain in what conditions these reactions will take place.

Just because the reaction equation can be written and balanced doesn't mean it takes place (although the reverse - if it not possible to write balanced reaction it doesn't go - holds).