Benzene → trans-Stilbene

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Reaction Conditions

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Charged in an autoclave having an inner capacity of 200 ml were 50 ml of benzene and 0.019 g of Rh6 (CO)16, followed by supply of ethylene under 30 kg/cm2 and carbon monoxide under 25 kg/cm2. The charge in the autoclave was heated at 220° C. under agitation for 7 hours. The reaction mixture was cooled and analyzed by GC and it was confirmed that 0.925 g of styrene was formed. The yield of styrene was 8900% based on the Rh atom. Furthermore, it was confirmed that 1.129 g of diethylketone and 40 mg of trans-stilbene were formed.

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