NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
Which of the following statements is true about the addition of dihydrogen to alkenes?
Options
- AIt results in the formation of alkenes.
- BIt is an exothermic reaction.
- CIt involves the breaking of a double bond.
- DIt is typically performed in the absence of any catalyst.
Correct answer
C. It involves the breaking of a double bond.
Step-by-step solution
The addition of dihydrogen to alkenes involves the breaking of the double bond in the alkene molecule to form alkanes.