AlCp* as a Directing Ligand: CH and SiH Bond Activation at the Reactive Intermediate [Ni(AlCp*)₃]

Abstract

As exotic as the title complexes are, and as classic as the concept of generating reactive, unsaturated intermediates [M(ER)n] is (M=d block metal; E=Al, Ga, In; R=Cp*, C(SiMe3)3), there are still many surprises to come. Some of these are shown in the unexpected reactions of [Ni(AlCp*)3] (see scheme; Cp*=C5Me5). Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2004/z53114_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.