Ch. 10 (Week 4, Brown Hydroboration-Oxidation) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the SM and P of Brown Hydroboration-Oxidation?
A
SM = alkene P = anti-markovnikov alcohol
2
Q
Why is borane electrophilic?
A
boron has empty p-orbital
3
Q
What type of addition is Brown Hydroboration-Oxidation? Why?
A
syn addition only; because the transition state is square geometry (note: forms racemic mixture because square can be in front or in back)
4
Q
Is Brown Hydroboration-Oxidation regioselective, stereoselective or stereospecific?
A
stereoselective and stereospecific
5
Q
What is the transition state of Brown Hydroboration-Oxidation called?
A
concerted transition state
