Written by J.A Dobado | Last Updated on September 15, 2025
What is Scholl reaction?
The Scholl reaction is a chemical reaction that involves the coupling of aromatic molecules through treatment with Lewis acid catalysts.
References
Scholl, R. and Seer, C. (1912), Abspaltung aromatisch gebundenen Wasserstoffs und Verknüpfung aromatischer Kerne durch Aluminiumchlorid. [Elimination of aromatically bound hydrogen and linkage of aromatic nuclei by aluminum chloride.] Justus Liebigs Ann. Chem., 394: 111-177. https://doi.org/10.1002/jlac.19123940202
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