Which of the following best describes the experimental conditions under which an alkane can be chlorinated or brominated?
A) in the dark at room temperature
B) only at room temperature
C) only in the dark at a low temperature
D) at room temperature upon exposure to light

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Alkanes can undergo chlorination or bromination in the presence of a halogen and light or heat. However, for this question, option D is the best choice as it specifies that the chlorination or bromination occurs specifically at room temperature upon exposure to light.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Experimental Conditions Under