Which of the Following Statements Is Not True About the Simmons-Smith

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true about the Simmons-Smith reaction?

• A)The Simmons-Smith reaction involves the formation of a free carbene.
• B)The Simmons-Smith reaction uses the reagents zinc-copper couple.
• C)The Simmons-Smith reaction is stereospecific.
• D)The Simmons-Smith reaction involves CH₂I₂ reacting with a copper-activated zinc reagent.

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