Definition
A nucleophilic compound with the general structure R2CuLi.
Explanation
Known as the Gilman reagent, where the formation of (R2CuLi) has charges that are attracted to other molecules to make carbon-carbon bonds.
Lithium Dialkyl Cuprate
In one sentence
Known as the Gilman reagent, where the formation of (R2CuLi) has charges that are attracted to other molecules to make carbon-carbon bonds.
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