The selective functionalization of saturated hydrocarbons: Recent developments in Gif chemistry

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Abstract
The Gif systems permit the selective finctionalization of saturated hydrocarbons under mild conditions and with high efficiencies. A newly discovered Fen-Fe" manifold is shown to form alkyl chlorides by a process involving carbon- centered radicals as intermediates. This is distinct from the usual ketonization process (Gif Chemistry) produced by an Fern-Fe" manifold. The importance of certain carboxylic acids such as picolinic acid for hydrocarbon activation has been demonstrated. The ligand environment of the catalyst in solution is clarified using quantitative 13C-NMR spectroscopy. Evidence for a p-peroxo dimer species as a key intermediate in solution is provided and recent mechanistic studies are reported.

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