Tetrakis[μ-N,N′-bis(4-bromophenyl)formamidinato-κ2N:N′]dimolybdenum(II) tetrahydrofuran solvate [Mo2(C13H9N2Br2)4]·C4H8O
2011
Study of a Dimetal Paddlewheel Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): L.-J. Han
Primary Institution: Tongji University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the intermolecular interactions in a specific dimetal complex.
Conclusion
The complex exhibits significant Br⋯Br interactions that link the molecules into planes.
Supporting Evidence
- The Mo—Mo distance is 2.1263 Å, indicating a quadruple bond.
- Bromine atoms participate in short contacts of 3.7049 Å.
- The study utilized various crystallographic techniques for analysis.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special molecule with two metal atoms that are connected in a unique way, and they found that the bromine atoms help hold the molecules together.
Methodology
The complex was synthesized from a mixture of precursors in THF and characterized using crystallographic methods.
Limitations
The disordered solvent molecule could not be satisfactorily modeled.
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