Bis(1,3-dimesitylimidazolyl)gold(I) 2,4,8,10-tetraphenyl-1,3,5,7,9,11-hexaoxa-2,4,8,10-tetrabora-6-borataspiro[5.5]undecane [Au(C21H24N2)2](C24H20B5O6)
2011
Study of a Gold Complex with Imidazole Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Möhlmann Lennart, Wendt Ola F., Johnson Magnus T.
Primary Institution: Centre for Analysis and Synthesis, Department of Chemistry, Lund University
Conclusion
The study presents a gold(I) complex with a unique coordination geometry and highlights its structural characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- The gold atom in the compound has a slightly distorted linear coordination geometry.
- The study provides detailed crystallographic data for the compound.
- The compound was obtained as a side product during the synthesis of another gold complex.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special gold compound using imidazole, which has a unique shape and structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized under inert conditions and characterized using X-ray diffraction.
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