Fernandez reaction
Fernandez Reaction is a chemical reaction named after the chemist who first described it, Dr. Luis Fernandez. This reaction is a type of organic synthesis that involves the conversion of ketones or aldehydes into alkenes using phosphorus ylides.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The Fernandez Reaction is a type of Wittig reaction, which is a broad class of chemical reactions that involve the conversion of carbonyl compounds into alkenes. The Fernandez Reaction specifically involves the use of phosphorus ylides, which are compounds that contain a negatively charged carbon atom directly bonded to a positively charged phosphorus atom.
Mechanism[edit | edit source]
The mechanism of the Fernandez Reaction involves several steps. First, the phosphorus ylide reacts with the carbonyl compound to form a four-membered ring intermediate. This intermediate then undergoes a rearrangement to form a phosphonium salt, which is then deprotonated to form the final alkene product.
Applications[edit | edit source]
The Fernandez Reaction has been used in the synthesis of a variety of complex organic molecules, including natural products and pharmaceuticals. It is particularly useful for the synthesis of alkenes, which are important building blocks in organic chemistry.
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