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Stereoelectronic effects in torquoselectivity of 4π electrocyclic opening
Thermal 4π electrocyclic ring openings of cyclobutenes to form butadienes are known to proceed in a conrotatory manner, consistent with the Woodward–Hoffmann rules. However, there are two different ...
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