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October 22, 2025Open Access

The mechanism of borohydride reductions. Part 2: 4-t-butyl-cyclohexanone – Dispersion induced stereochemistry.

Key Points

The stereochemistry of tert-butyl-cyclohexanone reduction is influenced by water, enhancing understanding.
Key evidence reveals significant changes in stereochemical outcomes during reductions involving different solvents.
Analysis of borohydride reduction mechanisms shows that water affects stereochemistry variably across reactions.
Understanding these mechanisms may enhance organic synthesis through improved reaction control.

Abstract

Part one of this topic was posted more than ten years ago. I clearly forgot about it, so belatedly, here is part 2 – dealing with the stereochemistry of the reduction of tert-butyl-cyclohexanone by borohydride in water.

The mechanism of borohydride reductions. Part 2: 4-t-butyl-cyclohexanone – Dispersion induced stereochemistry.

Key Points

Abstract

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