Abstract
Double bonds have been realized for a wide variety of elements in the p-, d-, and f-blocks. However, no s-block metal complexes with a double bond have been identified. Here we report the synthesis and characterization of a di-ortho-beryllated carbodiphosphorane, which exhibits a double dative Be═C bond. This species shows an unprecedented bonding situation at the metal center, which was extensively analyzed by experimental and computational means.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3224-3231 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Organometallics |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 17 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 14 Sep 2020 |
Externally published | Yes |