Abstract
We report the spectroscopic identification of the [B3(NN)3]+ and [B3(CO)3]+ complexes, which feature the smallest π-aromatic system B3+. A quantum chemical bonding analysis shows that the adducts are mainly stabilized by L→[B3L2]+ σ-donation. Minimal π systems: The [B3(NN)3]+ and [B3(CO)3]+ complexes are identified through infrared photodissociation spectroscopy. The complexes feature the smallest π-aromatic system B3+. Quantum chemical bonding analysis reveals that the adducts are stabilized by L→[B3L2]+ σ-donation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2078-2082 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Angewandte Chemie - International Edition |
Volume | 55 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 5 Feb 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- aromaticity
- bonding analysis
- coordination chemistry
- photodissociation
- physical chemistry