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What is the product when Ethene ($C_2H_4$) reacts with Hydrogen in the presence of Nickel catalyst?

AEthane ($C_2H_6$)
BEthyne ($C_2H_2$)
CMethane ($CH_4$)
DEthanol ($C_2H_5OH$)

✓ Correct Answer: AEthane ($C_2H_6$)

This is an addition reaction (hydrogenation) where ethene is converted into ethane.

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