Addition Reaction


 
 
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Addition Reaction

Addition Reactions:

The reactions in which a reagent completely adds to a reactant without the removal of small molecules are called additions. E.g. addition of hydrogen (hydrogenation) in the presence of catalysts like palladium or nickel, to unsaturated hydrocarbons yields saturated hydrocarbons. The reaction shown is commonly used in the hydrogenation of vegetable oils(that are unsaturated compounds) using a nickel catalyst.

In some molecules the reaction of addition occur rapidly. For eg; adding either chlorine or bromine to alkene. Likewise HCl, HBr etc. also add rapidly across the double bond.

Some Facts:

  • A catalyst is that substance which alters the rate of a reaction without being consumed in the reaction.
  • Saturated fatty acids which are generally present in animal fats are harmful for health.
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    Question : 1

    A ____________________________ is that substance which alters the rate of a reaction without being consumed in the reaction.

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 2

    Unsaturated compounds discharge the _________________________ of alkaline KMnO4 which is known as test of unsaturation.

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following are correct :

    (a) A catalyst is that substance which alters the rate of a reaction without being consumed in the reaction.

    (b) Saturated fatty acids which are generally present in animal fats are harmful for health.

    (c) Oils containing unsaturated fatty acids should be chosen for cooking.

    Right Option : D
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