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Brosyl group[edit]

The brosyl group is a functional group in organic chemistry, commonly used as a protecting group for alcohols and amines. It is derived from p-toluenesulfonyl chloride, also known as tosyl chloride, by replacing the para-methyl group with a para-bromine atom, forming p-bromobenzenesulfonyl chloride.

Structure and Properties[edit]

The brosyl group is represented by the chemical formula C₇H₆BrO₂S. It consists of a benzene ring substituted with a bromine atom and a sulfonyl group. The presence of the bromine atom makes the brosyl group more electron-withdrawing compared to the tosyl group, which can influence the reactivity of the compounds it is attached to.

Applications[edit]

Brosyl groups are primarily used in organic synthesis as protecting groups. They are particularly useful in the protection of alcohols and amines during multi-step synthesis processes. The brosyl group can be introduced by reacting the alcohol or amine with brosyl chloride in the presence of a base.

Protection of Alcohols[edit]

In the protection of alcohols, the hydroxyl group is converted into a brosylate ester. This transformation prevents the alcohol from participating in unwanted side reactions. The brosylate ester can later be removed under specific conditions to regenerate the free alcohol.

Protection of Amines[edit]

Similarly, amines can be protected by converting them into brosylamides. This protection is crucial in synthetic sequences where the amine functionality needs to be preserved from reaction conditions that would otherwise modify or destroy it.

Deprotection[edit]

The removal of the brosyl group, or deprotection, can be achieved through various methods, depending on the sensitivity of the other functional groups present in the molecule. Common deprotection strategies include treatment with strong acids or nucleophilic reagents that can cleave the sulfonyl linkage.

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-'''Brosyl group''' refers to a functional group in organic chemistry characterized by the formula -SO_2C_6H_4Br, where a sulfonyl group is bonded to a brominated phenyl ring. The brosyl group is a derivative of [[benzenesulfonate]] where one hydrogen atom of the benzene ring is replaced by a bromine atom. It is commonly used in organic synthesis, particularly in the protection of alcohols and amines, and as a leaving group in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Brosyl group}}
-==Properties and Structure==
+==Brosyl group==
-The brosyl group is known for its excellent leaving group ability, which is attributed to the electron-withdrawing nature of the sulfonyl and bromophenyl groups. This property enhances the reactivity of compounds containing the brosyl group in various chemical reactions. Structurally, the brosyl group is similar to other sulfonyl-based groups such as [[tosyl group|tosyl]] (Ts) and [[nosyl group|nosyl]] (Ns), but it offers distinct reactivity due to the presence of the bromine atom.
+[[File:Brosyl_Group_General_Formulae.png|thumb|right|General structure of a brosyl group]]
+The '''brosyl group''' is a functional group in organic chemistry, commonly used as a protecting group for alcohols and amines. It is derived from [[p-toluenesulfonyl chloride]], also known as tosyl chloride, by replacing the para-methyl group with a para-bromine atom, forming p-bromobenzenesulfonyl chloride.
-==Synthesis==
+==Structure and Properties==
-The synthesis of brosylate compounds typically involves the reaction of an alcohol or amine with brosyl chloride (BsCl), in the presence of a base. Brosyl chloride is the corresponding sulfonyl chloride of the brosyl group and serves as the activating agent for the introduction of the brosyl group into other molecules.
+The brosyl group is represented by the chemical formula C<sub>7</sub>H<sub>6</sub>BrO<sub>2</sub>S. It consists of a benzene ring substituted with a bromine atom and a sulfonyl group. The presence of the bromine atom makes the brosyl group more electron-withdrawing compared to the tosyl group, which can influence the reactivity of the compounds it is attached to.
 ==Applications==
-###Protection of Alcohols and Amines###
+Brosyl groups are primarily used in organic synthesis as protecting groups. They are particularly useful in the protection of [[alcohol]]s and [[amine]]s during multi-step synthesis processes. The brosyl group can be introduced by reacting the alcohol or amine with brosyl chloride in the presence of a base.
-In organic synthesis, the brosyl group is frequently used for the protection of alcohols and amines. The protected derivatives are stable under a variety of conditions and can be deprotected when needed, often under mild conditions that do not disturb other functional groups within the molecule.
-###Use as a Leaving Group###
+===Protection of Alcohols===
-Due to its excellent leaving group ability, the brosyl group is extensively used in nucleophilic substitution reactions, including [[S_N1]] and [[S_N2]] mechanisms. This property is particularly useful in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, where selective reactivity is required.
+In the protection of alcohols, the hydroxyl group is converted into a brosylate ester. This transformation prevents the alcohol from participating in unwanted side reactions. The brosylate ester can later be removed under specific conditions to regenerate the free alcohol.
-###Applications in Medicinal Chemistry###
+===Protection of Amines===
-In medicinal chemistry, the brosyl group has been utilized in the design and synthesis of pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. Its ability to be selectively introduced and removed makes it a valuable tool in the modification of molecular structures to optimize biological activity and drug properties.
+Similarly, amines can be protected by converting them into brosylamides. This protection is crucial in synthetic sequences where the amine functionality needs to be preserved from reaction conditions that would otherwise modify or destroy it.
-==Safety and Handling==
+==Deprotection==
-The handling of brosyl chloride and other brosylate compounds requires caution due to their reactive nature and potential toxicity. Appropriate safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and working in a well-ventilated area or fume hood, are recommended.
+The removal of the brosyl group, or deprotection, can be achieved through various methods, depending on the sensitivity of the other functional groups present in the molecule. Common deprotection strategies include treatment with strong acids or nucleophilic reagents that can cleave the sulfonyl linkage.
-==See Also==
+==Related pages==
-* [[Sulfonyl chloride]]
+* [[Tosyl group]]
 * [[Protecting group]]
-* [[Leaving group]]
 * [[Organic synthesis]]
-[[Category:Organic chemistry]]
 [[Category:Functional groups]]
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+[[Category:Protecting groups]]