10. Addition Reactions
Hydroboration
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Problem 8-79b
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Textbook QuestionThe bulky borane 9-BBN was developed to enhance the selectivity of hydroboration. In this example, 9-BBN adds to the less hindered carbon with 99.3% regioselectivity, compared with only 57% for diborane.
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b. 9-BBN is synthesized by adding BH3 across a symmetric, cyclic diene. What is the structure of the diene?
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