J. Safari, S. Khalili, M. Rezaei
Oct 7, 2010
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Monatshefte für Chemie - Chemical Monthly
Abstract
Nanocrystalline magnesium oxide with high specific surface area has been used as a novel and efficient catalyst for an improved and rapid synthesis of biologically active 2,4,5-trisubstituted imidazoles, by three-component, one-pot condensation of 1,2-diketones and aryl aldehydes, in excellent yields under solvent-free and conventional heating conditions. The method has several advantages, for example excellent yields, shorter reaction time, and use of a non-toxic and recyclable catalyst.Graphical abstract