CH Activated Isomers of [M(AlCp*)₅] (M=Fe, Ru)

Abstract

What are the limits for n in the case of [M(EIR)n] (M=transition metal; E=Al, Ga, In)? Is n=5 possible, maybe n=6, or even more? A first insight is gained through the reactions of Fe0 and Ru0 precursors with excess of AlCp*, leading to CH activated isomers of [M(AlCp*)5] (see picture for M=Fe, gray C, white H, blue Al, red Fe, Cp*=C5Me5). Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2005/z462834_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.