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What is the general term for the reaction in which an alkene is...
What is the general term for the reaction in which an alkene is converted to an alkane by the addition of dihydrogen?
Options
- AHydrogenation
- BDehydration
- COxidation
- DReduction
Correct answer
A. Hydrogenation
Step-by-step solution
The process of converting an alkene to an alkane by the addition of dihydrogen is known as hydrogenation.