Question

The molecular formula of Wilkinson catalyst, used in hydrogenation of alkenes is :

• A. $Co(CO{)}_8$
• B. $(P{h}_{3}P{)}_{3}RhCl$
• C. $\left[Pt\right(N{H}_3{)}_{2}C{l}_2]$
• D. $K\left[Ag\right(CN{)}_2]$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $(P{h}_{3}P{)}_{3}RhCl$

Wilkinson's catalyst, is the common name for Chloridotris (triphenylphosphane) rhodium(I)

Coordination complex of rhodium with the formula $RhCl{\left(P{Ph}_3\right)}_3$ ($Ph$ = phenyl).

Option B is correct.