Table 4.
Distortion analysis of 4,5-indolynes.
| Entry | Aryne | Geometry-optimized structurea | Site of attack (angle difference) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
|
|
C5 (4°) |
| 2 |
|
|
C4 (10°) |
| 3 |
|
|
C4 (13°) |
| 4 |
|
|
C4 (7°) |
| 5 |
|
|
C4 (6°) |
| 6 |
|
|
N/A (0°) |
Geometry optimizations were performed using DFT methods (B3LYP/6-31G*; B3LYP/LACVP was used for 6-iodo-4,5-indolyne (entry 6)).