ChemieOrganische ChemieOxidationsreaktionen

The oxidation of a methylidene group to a carbonyl group is explained in this learning unit using the example of the Wacker oxidation.

Author

• Prof. Dr. Rainer Herges
• Dr. Torsten Winkler

Translators

• Dr. Guenter Grethe

Learning objective

• Mechanism and Wacker reaction
• Applications in laboratory and industry

Important Keywords in this Learning Unit

Oxidation, carbonyl group