Wilkinson’s catalyst is used for

Hydrogenation of oils

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Hydrogenation of alkynes

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Hydrogenation of alkenes

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Polymerisation of alkenes

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The correct option is C Hydrogenation of alkenes
Wilkinson's catalyst is [RhCl(PPh₃)₃]. Wilkinson's catalyst is used for the conversion of alkenes to alkanes.

The mechanism of this reaction involves the initial dissociation of one or two triphenylphosphine ligands to give 14- or 12-electron complexes, respectively, followed by oxidative addition of H₂ to the metal.

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