NEETChemistryHydrocarbons
What is the product of the hydrogenation of benzene under vigorous conditions in the presence of a nickel catalyst?
Options
- AMethane
- BEthane
- CCyclohexane
- DToluene
Correct answer
C. Cyclohexane
Step-by-step solution
Under vigorous conditions with a nickel catalyst, benzene undergoes hydrogenation to form cyclohexane.