What Is the Correct Order of Exothermicity for Hydrogenation of the Following

question 55

Multiple Choice

What is the correct order of exothermicity for hydrogenation of the following butenes upon treatment with H₂/Pd (more exothermic > less exothermic) ?

• A)1 > 2 > 3
• B)1 > 3 > 2
• C)3 > 2 > 1
• D)2 > 3 > 1

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