Carbenes and Carbynes

This lecture covers the concepts of carbenes and carbynes, including their definitions, preparation methods, structure, bonding, and applications in catalysis. It discusses the synthesis of carbene complexes, interception of free carbenes, protonation of acyl complexes, and hydrogen abstraction. The lecture also explores the structure and bonding of metal-carbene and metal-carbyne bonds, emphasizing the importance of resonance forms and orbital interactions. Furthermore, it addresses the migratory insertion reactions and provides insights into the factors influencing the reactivity and stability of these compounds.