Which of the following used for the conversion of 2−hexyne into 2−hexene?
A
H2/Pd/BaSO4
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B
H2,PtO2
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C
NaBH4
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D
Li−NH3/C2H5OH
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Solution
The correct option is BLi−NH3/C2H5OH The parial reduction of alkynes by active metal in liquid ammonia takes place through trans vinylic anion which ultimately produces trans alkene. 2-hexyne gives trans-2-hexene on treatment Li−NH3/C2H5OH