An alkynyl(vinylidene) complex like 1 as intermediate in the Rh-mediated coupling of two alkyne molecules makes it possible for two products, enynes and the isomeric butatrienes, to be formed. The product selectivity can be controlled very easily by switching the order of addition of HX and CO.
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