Bis[dicyclohexyl(phenyl)phosphane-κP]silver(I) perchlorate dichloromethane monosolvate [Ag(C18H27P)2]ClO4·CH2Cl2
2011
Silver(I) Complex with Dicyclohexyl(phenyl)phosphane
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Munyaneza Apollinaire, Meijboom Reinout, Omondi Bernard
Primary Institution: University of Johannesburg
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a silver(I) complex that is stabilized by weak hydrogen-bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The AgI atom in the complex is coordinated by two phosphane ligands.
- Weak intermolecular hydrogen-bonding interactions contribute to the stabilization of the crystal structure.
- The Ag—P bond distances are consistent with those found in similar complexes.
Takeaway
Scientists made a special silver compound that has a unique structure, and it stays stable because of tiny attractions between its parts.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by dissolving silver perchlorate and phosphane in warm ethanol, followed by recrystallization in dichloromethane.
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