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The catalyst used in the Wacker process is
The catalyst used in the Wacker process is
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The Wacker process uses palladium chloride (PdCl\(_2\)) as the catalyst to oxidize alkenes to carbonyl compounds.
Updated On: Mar 6, 2025
- V\(_2\)O\(_5\)
- PdCl\(_2\)
- TiCl\(_4\) with Al(CH\(_3\))\(_3\)
- Fe
- Mo
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
The Wacker process is an important method in organic chemistry for the oxidation of alkenes to aldehydes and ketones. The catalyst used in the Wacker process is PdCl\(_2\) (palladium chloride), typically in combination with CuCl.
Thus, the correct answer is (B).
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