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The coordination complex chloridotris (triphenylphosphine) rhodium(I) is used in the hydrogenation of alkenes. It is also known as __________ catalyst.(a) Grubb(b) Pearlman(c) Wilkinson(d) Ziegler-NattaI have been asked this question during an interview for a job.My doubt is from Coordination Compounds Importance and Applications in division Coordination Compounds of Chemistry – Class 12 |
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Answer» RIGHT choice is (C) Wilkinson To elaborate: Coordination compounds may be used as homogeneous or heterogeneous catalysts for MANY reactions. Wilkinson CATALYST is used as a homogeneous catalyst in hydrogenation of ALKENES, whereas Ziegler¬-Natta catalyst is used as a heterogeneous catalyst for the polymerisation of olefins. |
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