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Question

The hydrogenation reaction of an alkyne using the Lindlar catalyst always gives a cis-alkene. Explain why.

Chemical reaction showing alkyne hydrogenation to cis-alkene using Lindlar catalyst.

Accepted Answer

Because both hydrogens are added to the same face of the alkyne in a concerted manner.

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Because the hydrogens are added to different faces of the alkyne.

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Because of the higher stability of the cis alkene.

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None of these.

The hydrogenation reaction of an alkyne using the Lindlar catalyst always gives a cis-alkene. Explain why.