What type of reaction is shown below? (Org. Lett., 2013, 15 (15), 3950-3953)
A) Heck reaction
B) Suzuki coupling
C) Organocuprate coupling
D) Birch reduction

Question

What type of reaction is shown below? (Org. Lett., 2013, 15 (15), 3950-3953) 
A) Heck reaction 
B) Suzuki coupling 
C) Organocuprate coupling 
D) Birch reduction

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The reaction shown in the image is a Suzuki coupling between an aryl boronic acid and an aryl halide. This is evident from the use of palladium catalyst and base in the reaction conditions. Heck reaction involves palladium catalyst and a base, but requires an olefin substrate instead of an aryl halide. Organocuprate coupling involves the use of organocuprate reagents, which are not present in the given reaction. Birch reduction involves the use of sodium metal and liquid ammonia, which are not present in the given reaction.

What Type of Reaction Is Shown Below? (Org