Olefin Metathesis

2 R–CH=CH–R' ⇌ R–CH=CH–R + R'–CH=CH–R'

Descripción general

Olefin metathesis exchanges substituents around carbon-carbon double bonds using a ruthenium or molybdenum carbene catalyst. The mechanism involves [2+2] cycloaddition to form a metallacyclobutane, followed by cycloreversion. Chauvin, Grubbs, and Schrock shared the 2005 Nobel Prize for this reaction.

Ejemplo cotidiano

Ring-closing metathesis is used to produce macrocyclic drug molecules like the hepatitis C drug simeprevir.

Importancia industrial

Fundamental en la síntesis de polímeros especiales (ROMP), fármacos de alto valor añadido y en la industria petroquímica para producir alquenos de fracción específica.

Propiedades

Tipo: Organic
Reversible: Sí
Energía: Exotérmico
ΔH: -5,0 kJ/mol
Catalizador: Grubbs catalyst (Ru-based)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Olefin Metathesis?

The balanced equation is: 2 R–CH=CH–R' ⇌ R–CH=CH–R + R'–CH=CH–R'.

What type of reaction is Olefin Metathesis?

Olefin Metathesis is a organic reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.

Is Olefin Metathesis exothermic or endothermic?

Olefin Metathesis is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -5.0 kJ/mol.

What conditions are needed for Olefin Metathesis?

This reaction requires a catalyst (Grubbs catalyst (Ru-based)).