[(dpp‐bian)ZnZn(dpp‐bian)]: A Zinc–Zinc‐Bonded Compound Supported by Radical‐Anionic Ligands

Abstract

Radical help: The use of a spin-labeled ligand allows a zinc–zinc-bonded compound supported by radical-anionic ligands to be prepared (see scheme). The radical anion enabled the presence of the ZnZn bond in solution to be confirmed by ESR spectroscopy. DFT calculations confirm the biradical nature of the compound and indicate that the ZnZn bond is formed mainly by the metal s orbitals. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2007/z605251_s.pdf or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.