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This learning unit describes the catalytic hydrogenation of aromatic compounds. The mechanism, stereochemistry, selectivity and industrial applications are explained using various examples.

Author

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

Translators

• Dr. Guenter Grethe

Learning objective

• Catalytic hydrogenation of aromatic compounds
• Synthesis of cyclohexene and tetraline
• Mechanism, selectivity and stereochemistry

Important Keywords in this Learning Unit

reduction, hydrogenation, aromatic compound