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Addition of hydrogen accompanied by a bond cleavage is called

Correct answer: C. Hydrogenolysis

  • A. Hydrogenation
  • B. Hydrolysis
  • C. Hydrogenolysis
  • D. Hydroxylation

Explanation

Hydrogenolysis involves the addition of hydrogen to a molecule along with the breaking of bonds, resulting in the cleavage of the molecule. It is the correct term for the process described in the question. Hydrogenation does not involve bond cleavage, hydrolysis involves water instead of hydrogen, and hydroxylation introduces a hydroxyl group without bond cleavage or hydrogen addition.

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