(5,5′-Dimethyl-2,2′-bipyridine)­iodido­trimethyl­platinum(IV) [Pt(CH3)3I(C12H12N2)]
2011

Structure of a Platinum Complex

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Lundvall Fredrik, Wragg David Stephen, Tilset Mats

Primary Institution: University of Oslo

Hypothesis

The study investigates the structural properties of a platinum(IV) complex with potential applications in metal-organic frameworks.

Conclusion

The crystal structure of the platinum complex supports previous findings regarding trans influences in trimethylplatinum(IV) compounds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The platinum atom in the complex is six-coordinated in a distorted octahedral configuration.
  • The study provides insights into the trans influence of iodine compared to the bipyridine ligand.

Takeaway

Scientists made a special platinum compound and looked at its structure to understand how it behaves, especially how it interacts with other atoms.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized using a modified method and characterized using NMR and X-ray crystallography.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811014085

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