Question

Wilkinson’s catalyst is ______.

Options

• Ni

• [(C₆H₅)₃P]₃ RhCl

• LiAlH₄

• Fe₂O₃

Answer 1

Wilkinson’s catalyst is `bbunderline([(C_6H_5)_3P]_3  RhCl)`.

Explanation:

This catalyst is a rhodium complex, where rhodium (Rh) is coordinated with three triphenylphosphine (C₆H₅P) ligands and one chloride (Cl) ion.

Wilkinson’s catalyst is commonly used in hydrogenation reactions and is known for its ability to catalyze the addition of hydrogen to alkenes, turning them into alkanes.