The reaction of [(C 6 Me 6 )RuCl 2 ] 2 (A) with C 6 Me 6

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The reaction of [(C6Me6)RuCl2]2 (A) with C6Me6 in the presence of AgBF4 gives [(C6Me6)2Ru][BF4]2 containing cation B. Treatment of this compound with Na in liquid NH3 yields a neutral Ru(0) complex, C. Suggest structures for A, B and C.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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