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Robinson Annulation

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Robinson annulation or Robinson annelation is a synthetic protocol used to construct cyclohexane rings. Mechanistically, Robinson annulation is Michael addition followed by intramolecular aldol condensation.

eg:

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mechanism:

1. Michael addition

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2. Intramolecular aldol condensation

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