Which of the following reagents react with 2-butyne to form (Z) -2-butene
1) H₂/Lindlar catalyst
2) (sia) ₂BH followed by CH₃COOH
3) Na/NH₃

Question

Which of the following reagents react with 2-butyne to form (Z)-2-butene 1)H₂/Lindlar catalyst 2)(sia)₂BH followed by CH₃COOH 3)Na/NH₃ A)only 1 B)only 2 C)only 3 D)only 1 and 2

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Lindlar catalyst is used for the catalytic hydrogenation of alkynes to cis-alkenes, while (sia)2BH followed by CH3COOH is used for the hydroboration-oxidation of alkynes to trans-alkenes.

Which of the Following Reagents React with 2-Butyne to Form