Lindlar’s catalyst is used in hydrogenation of alkyne?

A. To increase activation energy
B. To enhance hydrogenation of Alkene
C. To prevent hydrogenation of alkene
D. To Start polymerization reaction

Answer

Correct Answer: C. To Prevent hydrogenation of Alkene

Detail about MCQs

Lindlar’s catalyst is used in the hydrogenation of alkyne to selectively reduce it to an alkene while preventing further reduction to an alkane. So, the correct option is: To prevent hydrogenation of alkene

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