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CHM 102 Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature Objective Question
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What is the product when 2‑butyne is reduced with Na/NH₃ (liquid)?
Options
A Butane
B cis‑2‑Butene
C trans‑2‑Butene
Correct Answer
D 1‑Butene
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Dissolving‑metal reduction (Na/NH₃) gives anti addition, producing the trans‑alkene.

Hint

Anti addition → trans product.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 577 of 1999
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