UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Mains · 2020 · Mains Paper I
Q9(b). Wilkinson's catalyst: propene hydrogenation cycle
Question
Write the catalytic cycle for the hydrogenation of propene by [RhCl(PPh₃)₃]. Write the drawback of this catalyst.
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CoversWilkinson's catalystcatalytic hydrogenationoxidative additionRhCl(PPh3)3
All parts of Question 9
- 9(a) Metallochromic indicators and their colour change15 marks
- 9(b) Wilkinson's catalyst: propene hydrogenation cycle15 marks