The reaction of an alkene and water in the presence of an acid catalyst to produce an alcohol is called

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The process described is the addition of water to an alkene, which is known as hydration. The presence of an acid catalyst can help to facilitate this reaction. Therefore, choice D, hydration, is the best answer. Choice A, hydrohydration, is not a commonly used term and may be confusing. Choice B, halogenation, involves the addition of halogen atoms to an alkene, not water. Choice C, hydrolysis, involves the breakdown of a larger molecule into smaller molecules through the addition of water, but is not specific to the reaction of an alkene and water. Choice E, alkoholysis, is not a recognized term in chemistry.

The Reaction of an Alkene and Water in the Presence