cyclo-Tri-μ-oxido-tris{[(η5,η5)-1,2-bis(cyclopentadienyl)-1,1,2,2-tetramethyldisilane]zirconium(IV)}: a trimeric disila-bridged oxidozirconocene [Zr3(C14H20Si2)3O3]
2011
Study of a New Zirconocene Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Arnold Thomas, Braunschweig Holger, Gruss Katrin
Primary Institution: Institut für Anorganische Chemie, Universität Würzburg
Conclusion
The compound consists of three disila-bridged zirconocene units connected by an oxide ligand, forming a nearly planar six-membered ring.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was isolated as a by-product from a mixture of zirconium and aluminum compounds.
- The structure features a nearly planar six-membered ring with minimal displacement.
- Zirconium-oxygen bond lengths and angles are consistent with related compounds.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new chemical compound made of zirconium and oxygen that looks like a flat ring. It's made of three parts that are linked together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting specific zirconium and aluminum compounds in a solvent under controlled conditions.
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