C2D2?→C2D2H2 (trans) Give the best reagent for this conversion.
A
Li/(aq.)NH3
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B
H2/Pd
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C
H2/Ni
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D
None of these
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Solution
The correct option is CLi/(aq.)NH3 Li/NH3(liq) gives trans addition whereas luca's reagent gives cis addition. These reagents convert alkynes to alkenes and stop the further addition. Where as H2/Ni convert alkyne to alkene and alkene to alkanes.