Hydrogenation of alkyne may give :

alkane

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alkene

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both alkane and alkene

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polymer

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Solution

The correct option is C both alkane and alkene
Hydrogenation of alkyne is an addition of hydrogen to the multiple bond. Based on the availability of hydrogen and type of catalyst present in the reaction, alkane and alkenes can form.

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