Synthesis of Cyclobutanes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two ways you can synthesise cyclobutanes?
A
1) Irreversible cyclisation (cannot use reversible due to ring strain)
2) Via [2+2] cycloaddition
2
Q
[2+2] cycloadditions are thermally disallowed, meaning?
A
It only occuring under irradiation (i.e. under UV light)
3
Q
What is the product of this reaction?
A