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Question

The hydrogenation of 2-butene to produce butane is shown below:

In terms of entropy, is the reaction favored or disfavored?

Accepted Answer

The hydrogenation of 2-butene to produce butane is disfavored in terms of entropy.

Answer

The hydrogenation of 2-butene to produce butane is favored in terms of entropy.