Multiple choice

Conversion of ethene in to ethane is an example of

  1. addition reaction.

  2. substitution reaction.

  3. oxidation reaction.

  4. esterification.

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Explanation

Converting ethene (an unsaturated hydrocarbon) to ethane (a saturated hydrocarbon) involves adding hydrogen across the double bond. This is a classic addition reaction.