Q. The reduction of an alkyne to alkene using Lindlar catalyst result into
A) $cis$ addition of hydrogen atoms
B) $trans$ addition of hydrogen atoms
C) A mixture obtained by $cis$ and $trans$ additions of hydrogen atoms which are in equilibrium with each other
D) A mixture obtained by $cis$ and $trans$ additions of hydrogen atoms which are not in equilibrium with each other
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: $cis$ addition of hydrogen atoms.
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.