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Which of the following is stable (inert) to fire?

(a) CCl4

(b) C2H5OH

(c) CH4

(d) C4H10

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Correct option (a) CCl4

Explanation:

CCl4 is non-inflammable due to strong C-Cl bonds in it. Therefore, it is inert to fire and used as a fire-extinguisher under the name of pyrene.

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