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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question
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Which of the following statements about alkenes and alkynes is correct?
Options
A Alkynes are reduced more readily than alkenes.
Correct Answer
B Alkynes are reduced less readily than alkenes.
C Alkynes and alkenes are reduced with equal speed.
D Alkynes and alkenes can not be reduced.
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Alkynes are reduced more readily than alkenes because they are more unsaturated and can adsorb more strongly onto the metal catalyst surface during hydrogenation, making the reaction faster.

Hint

Which is reduced more readily: alkyne or alkene?

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Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1166 of 1999
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