Problem: Draw the major organic product of the indicated reaction conditions. Be sure to clearly depict the geometry of the product by drawing all bonds at stereocenters.

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Alkyne + H2,Pd → Catalytic hydrogenation → Alkane product

  • Syn Addition
  • Full Saturation


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Draw the major organic product of the indicated reaction conditions. Be sure to clearly depict the geometry of the product by drawing all bonds at stereocenters.

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