Diels-Alder reaction

The Diels-Alder reaction is a chemical process that involves two molecules combining to form a new, more complex molecule. It starts with a compound called a diene, which has two double bonds, and another molecule called a dienophile, typically with a double bond. When these two react, they create a six-membered ring structure, a common shape in many organic compounds. This reaction is valued in chemistry for its ability to create complex structures in a single step and is frequently used in building pharmaceuticals and materials.