NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
What is the product of the hydrogenation of ethene (C 2 H 4 )?
Options
- AEthane (C 2 H 6 )
- BEthanol (C 2 H 5 OH)
- CMethane (CH 4 )
- DEthyne (C 2 H 2 )
Correct answer
A. Ethane (C 2 H 6 )
Step-by-step solution
The hydrogenation of ethene (C 2 H 4 ) results in the formation of ethane (C 2 H 6 ) by adding hydrogen to the double bond.