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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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What is the purpose of catalytic hydrogenation (H2/Pd, Pt, or Ni) of alkenes?
Options
A To add water
B To add H2, converting alkene to alkane
Correct Answer
C To add halogen
D To cleave the double bond
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Catalytic hydrogenation adds H2 across the double bond, producing the corresponding alkane (saturated hydrocarbon).

Hint

Reduction of alkenes.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 166 of 1999
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