what-role-does-the-grignard-reagent-play-in-the-kumada-coupling-reaction

Question

What role does the Grignard reagent play in the Kumada coupling reaction?

Accepted Answer

It acts as a nucleophile to form a new C-C bond.

Answer

It acts as a solvent to dissolve the reactants.

Answer

It acts as an electrophile to attract the carbon halide.

Answer

It acts as a catalyst for the reaction.