Question

The hydrocarbon shown below is allowed to react with reducing agent(X) to give the product. Select the most appropriate reagent 'X' for the below conversion.

• A. $Na/liqN{H}_3$
• B. Lindlar's catalyst$\left(H_{,}Pd/C\right)$
• C. Both reagent can be used
• D. Na, dry ether

Answer 1

The correct option is A $Na/liqN{H}_3$

$Na/liqN{H}_3$ reagent converts alkyne into trans-alkene and this reaction is known as Birch reduction.