Synthesis of triaromatic steroid hydrocarbons methylated at position 2, 3 or 6: molecular fossils of yet unknown biological origin

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Abstract

C21-29 triaromatic steroid hydrocarbons bearing a methyl group at unusual positions 2, 3 or 6 have been synthesized from pregnenolone, cholesterol or stigmasterol via stera-3,5-dienes. Their occurrence in various sedimentary rocks and petroleums suggests the presence of yet unknown biological precursors.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1731-1744
Number of pages14
JournalTetrahedron
Volume50
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - 7 Jan 1994
Externally publishedYes

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