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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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Which of the following is NOT an electrophilic addition reaction?
Options
A Hydrohalogenation (HX)
B Hydration (H2O/H+)
C Hydroboration (BH3)
D Catalytic hydrogenation (H2/Pd)
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Catalytic hydrogenation is a reduction (addition of H2) via a surface mechanism, not an electrophilic addition. Hydroboration is also not electrophilic; it's a concerted addition.

Hint

Hydrogenation uses metal catalysts, not electrophiles.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 176 of 1999
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