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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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Which of the following alkynes can be hydrogenated to give an alkene (not alkane) with Lindlar's catalyst?
Options
A Ethyne
B Propyne
C 2-Butyne
D All of the above
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Lindlar's catalyst (Pd/CaCO3 with quinoline) hydrogenates alkynes to cis-alkenes without further reduction to alkanes.

Hint

Stops at the alkene stage.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 175 of 1999
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