Radicals
Radical Cyclisations
'Click' the different radical cyclisations to view the 3D models of each reaction:
Overall both of the examples below are very powerful reactions, often being used to make five membered rings. This is due to the preference of the smaller sized ring formation over bigger sizes. These smaller rings form faster producing the exo products despite the fact that upon forming the endo products a more stabilised radical.
Iodohexene Radical Cyclisation Reaction
Iodoheptene Radical Cyclisation Reaction
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