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Are alkynes more reactive than alkenes?(a) Yes(b) No(c) Cannot say(d) MaybeI got this question in final exam.My question is from Hydrocarbons topic in chapter Hydrocarbons of Chemistry – Class 11

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The correct option is (b) No

Explanation: The alkynes EXHIBIT electrophilic addition reaction, they are less reactive when compared with ALKENES and this is due to the dissociation of π-electron cloud REQUIRES more energy comparatively. So we can SAY that they are not more reactive when compared to alkenes.



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