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Discussion Forum : Chemistry - Section 1 (Q.No. 18)
18.
The metal that is used as a catalyst in the hydrogenation of oils is
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Nibedita said:
7 years ago
Nickel, palladium and platinum. These three metals can be used as a catalyst in the hydrogenation of oil. But in this question, both nickel and platinum are in option, so why nickel is the answer?
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Revati said:
9 years ago
Nice explanations. Thanks to all.
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Ashraf Gaber said:
10 years ago
Pt can be used also.
Sonam Verma said:
7 years ago
Ni is having the highest do electron among all given.
Salman said:
8 years ago
Hydrogenation "to treat with hydrogen " is a chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, usually in the presence of a catalyst such as nickel, palladium or platinum. The process is commonly employed to reduce or saturate organic compounds.
Indu said:
9 years ago
Nice explanation. Thank you all.
Indu said:
9 years ago
Thank you all.
Neha said:
9 years ago
Nice explanation for the answer. Thank you all.
Deep said:
9 years ago
Because in hydrogenation elements having more d-electrons are more useful. Ni is having the highest d-electrons among all given.
Aasifa said:
9 years ago
All are used but the appropriate one is Ni in the hydrogenation reaction.
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