[Bis(2-pyridyl-κN)amine]chlorido(η6-hexamethylbenzene)ruthenium(II) hexafluoridophosphate dichloromethane solvate [RuCl(C12H18)(C10H9N3)]PF6·CH2Cl2
2011
Study of a Ruthenium Complex with a Bidentate Ligand
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Gupta Gajendra, Therrien Bruno, Kim Jinkwon
Primary Institution: Kongju National University
Conclusion
The study presents a new ruthenium(II) complex that exhibits unique structural features and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The ruthenium(II) ion is coordinated by a chloro ligand and a bidentate di(pyridin-2-yl)amine ligand.
- The crystal structure shows hydrogen bonding interactions that form chains along the b axis.
- Weak intermolecular contacts were also observed in the crystal packing.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new compound using ruthenium that has interesting shapes and connections between its parts.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and characterized using X-ray diffraction analysis.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website