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Synthesis 1977; 1977(3): 155-166
DOI: 10.1055/s-1977-24302
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The Use of Bicyclo[3.2.0]heptanones as Versatile Synthons in Organic Chemistry

S. Mubarik ALI* , Thomas V. LEE, Stanley M. ROBERTS
  • *The Ramage Laboratories, Department of Chemistry and Applied Chemistry, University of Salford, Salford, Lancashire M5 4WT, England
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12 September 2002 (online)

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Methods for the formation of substituted bicyclo[3.2.0]heptan-2-ones and bicyclo[3.2.0]heptan-6-ones which are applicable to the large scale production of these compounds as starting materials in synthetic processes are summarised. The means of elaboration of these bicyclo[3.2.0]heptanones and the controlling factors are discussed. Examples of the wide variety of alicyclic molecules available from these bicyclic systems are also described. 1. Introduction 2. Synthesis of Bicyclo[3.2.0]heptanones 2.1. Bicyclo[3.2.0]heptan-2-ones 2.2. Bicyclo[3.2.0]heptan-6-ones 3. Reactions of Bicyclo[3.2.0]heptanones 3.1. Formation of Cycloheptane Derivatives 3.2. Formation of Cyclopentane Derivatives 3.3. Formation of Cyclobutane Derivatives 3.4. Formation of Other Bicyclic Ring Systems