Wilkinson's catalyst accomplishes which of the listed molecular syntheses? A) syn addition of H₂ to an alkene B) anti addition of H₂ to an alkene C) syn dihydroxylation of an alkene D) anti dihydroxylation of an alkene E) oxidative cleavage of an alkene

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Wilkinson's catalyst is known for catalyzing the syn addition of hydrogen (H2) to alkenes, resulting in the formation of alkanes.

Wilkinson's Catalyst Accomplishes Which of the Listed Molecular Syntheses