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Question
2-Butyne undergoes catalytic hydrogenation in the presence of Lindlar's catalyst to give
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
2-Butyne (CH3-C≡C-CH3) with Lindlar's catalyst gives cis-2-butene (CH3-CH=CH-CH3). The hydrogenation is selective and stops at the cis-alkene.
Hint
What is the product of Lindlar reduction of 2-butyne?