Question

11. Catalyst used for reduction of alkynes to
alkenes is:
(A) BMS
(B) LAH
9 Lyndlar's catalyst
(D) None of the above​

Answer 1

Answer:

C )

Explanation:

A less efficient catalyst, Lindlar's catalyst permits alkynes to be converted to alkenes without further reduction to an alkane. Lindlar's Catalyst transforms an alkyne to a cis-alkene because the hydrogenation reaction is occurring on the surface of the metal