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Question

What is the significance of the transmetalation step involving the organozinc compound in the Fukuyama coupling reaction?

Accepted Answer

It transfers the R2 group from zinc to palladium, enabling ketone formation.

Answer

It regenerates the palladium catalyst.

Answer

It transfers the R2 group from zinc to palladium without forming a new bond.

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It facilitates the release of zinc as a byproduct.