A clear trend is observed; catalysts with lower Co–C BDEs (e.g., Co-4 and Co-5 ) favored E -alkene formation, while stronger Co–C bonds (e.g., Co-1 and Co-2 ) are associated with increased formation of the Z-isomer.
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One-Electron Approach for Trans-Selective Alkyne Semi-Reduction via Cobalt Catalysis.
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