An Unusual Reversible Valence Bond Isomerization Hemi-Dewar Naphthalene to Naphthalene.
Abstract
Evidence obtained by electron spin resonance indicates that 1,3,6,8-tetra-tert-butylnaphthalene and 1,3,8-tri-tert-butylnaphthalene isomerize through the dianion intermediate to form the corresponding hemi-Dewar naphthalenes. This reaction is facilitated through the non-planarity of the parent naphthalene compounds. Esr spectra of the anion radical of the hemi-Dewar naphthalene anions are reported. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA022896
Entities
People
- Harry R. Crowe
- Ira B. Goldberg