How to Synthesize Alkenes Using Corey House Reaction?

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The discussion focuses on synthesizing alkenes using the Corey House reaction, specifically involving cyclohex-2-ene-1-one and the reagent (CH3)2CuLi, known as the Gilman reagent. Participants clarify that the methyl group from the Gilman reagent attacks the beta carbon of the cyclohexane due to resonance structures that create an electron-deficient site. The conversation emphasizes understanding the mechanism behind the reaction, particularly the difference between reactions involving Grignard and Gilman reagents.

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  • Understanding of the Corey House synthesis
  • Familiarity with Gilman reagents and their reactivity
  • Knowledge of resonance structures in organic chemistry
  • Basic principles of carbonyl chemistry
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  • Explore resonance structures and their implications in reaction mechanisms
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Homework Statement
I came across a question which asked me to take cyclohex-2-ene-1-one and react it with ##(CH3)_2CuLi.##
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Corey house synthesis
Gilmann reagent
I know mechanism and working of gilmann reagent with carbonyl compounds containing halogen but here there is no halogen.I really don't know how shall i proceed.Please help.
 
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Physics lover said:
Homework Statement: I came across a question which asked me to take cyclohex-2-ene-1-one and react it with ##(CH3)_2CuLi.##
Homework Equations: Corey house synthesis
Gilmann reagent

I know mechanism and working of gilmann reagent with carbonyl compounds containing halogen but here there is no halogen.I really don't know how shall i proceed.Please help.
Please somebody answer.
 
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Could you please show us what u have tried ? Even if it sounds particularity stupid, no problems. we can take it from there. Dont worry, don't give up yet, we can do this K ?

If you want a hint , try finding the difference between a reaction of an unsaturated cyclic ring with grignards reagent and gilmans reagent.
 
Sorry it can be totally wrong as i don't know anything about this reaction.According to me the double bond will be attacked by the ##CH_3## group.
 
Physics lover said:
Sorry it can be totally wrong as i don't know anything about this reaction.According to me the double bond will be attacked by the ##CH_3## group.

Well good news , you are correct , the Double bond is attacked by the ##CH_3## group of the gilmanns reagent.

This is because if you draw the resonance structure of the cyclohexane, you will get a electron deficient carbon At the beta position to the carbonyl carbon.(thats fancy english for the doyblebonded carbon furthest from the carbonyl carbon will be attacked by methyl)Now top it all up by showing a picture of the product you got
 
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Physics lover said:
Sorry it can be totally wrong as i don't know anything about this reaction.According to me the double bond will be attacked by the ##CH_3## group.
Navin said:
Well good news , you are correct , the Double bond is attacked by the ##CH_3## group of the gilmanns reagent.

This is because if you draw the resonance structure of the cyclohexane, you will get a electron deficient carbon At the beta position to the carbonyl carbon.(thats fancy english for the doyblebonded carbon furthest from the carbonyl carbon will be attacked by methyl)Now top it all up by showing a picture of the product you got
Still not quite enough. Why does the methyl attack the beta carbon and not the carbonyl carbon?
 
TeethWhitener said:
Still not quite enough. Why does the methyl attack the beta carbon and not the carbonyl carbon?
Who are you posing the question to, me or the Op ?
 
TeethWhitener said:
Still not quite enough. Why does the methyl attack the beta carbon and not the carbonyl carbon?
Sir can you tell the mechanism of the reaction.
 
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Review Michael reaction for a clue to the answer.
 

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