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Which cleavage takes place in hydrogenation

Correct answer: A. Pi bonds

  • A. Pi bonds
  • B. Sigma bonds
  • C. None of these
  • D. Both of these

Explanation

In hydrogenation, the cleavage primarily occurs in pi bonds as hydrogen molecules are added across unsaturated hydrocarbons, forming single sigma bonds. Sigma bonds remain intact during this process. Option B is incorrect because sigma bonds are not cleaved. Option C is incorrect as pi bonds are cleaved. Option D is incorrect as only pi bonds are involved, not sigma bonds.

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