[μ2-Bis(diphenylphosphanyl)methane][μ3-bis(diphenylphosphanyl)methyl]trichloridotetragold(I) tetrahydrofuran disolvate [Au4(C25H21P2)Cl3(C25H22P2)]·2C4H8O
2011
New Tetranuclear Gold Complex with Bis(diphenylphosphanyl)methane
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wang Huan-Huan, Gao Qian, Cui Yue, Wang Lin, Xie Ya-Bo
Primary Institution: Beijing University of Technology
Conclusion
The study presents a new tetranuclear gold complex with unique structural features.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound features two non-equivalent phosphine fragments.
- Each phosphorus atom is coordinated by a gold atom.
- The structure includes two five-membered Au2P2C rings.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new gold compound that has a special shape and structure, which is different from what we usually see.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing gold chloride and bis(diphenylphosphanyl)methane in water and tetrahydrofuran, followed by crystallization.
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