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Question

What is the stereochemical impact of using an aryl Grignard reagent in a Kumada coupling reaction compared to an alkyl Grignard reagent?

Accepted Answer

Aryl Grignard reagents lead to higher stereo selectivity compared to alkyl Grignard reagents.

Answer

Aryl Grignard reagents reduce the reaction speed compared to alkyl Grignard reagents.

Answer

Aryl Grignard reagents have no impact on stereo selectivity compared to alkyl Grignard reagents.

Answer

Aryl Grignard reagents increase side reactions compared to alkyl Grignard reagents.