Organometallic Reagents and Carbanions: Crash Course Organic Chemistry

The video explores the history and impact of tetraethyl lead in fuel, highlighting its environmental and health effects. It introduces organometallic compounds, focusing on Grignard reagents, organolithium compounds, and Gilman reagents, explaining their properties, preparation, and applications. Safety considerations and practical applications are also discussed, emphasizing the importance of risk assessments in chemical reactions.

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