Addition reaction of alkenes involves the conversion of the double bond in alkenes Inyo single bonds by the addition of two groups of atoms or radicals.
During this addition reaction, two substances, an unsaturated compound(e.g. ethane) and an attacking reagent (hydrogen, halogens, hydrogen halides, chlorine and bromine water) combines to form a single new compound without forming any other products. So a saturated product or one in which is an increase in degree of saturation is formed.
