Synthesis of a Rhodaazacyclopropane and Characterization of Its Radical Cation by EPR Spectroscopy

Abstract

Rh steps into the ring: The radical cation shown is best described as a rhodaazacyclopropane (A) rather than as a RhI iminium ion complex (B). EPR and DFT data indicate that the delocalization of the unpaired electron into the ligand framework contributes to the stability of A (see plot of the singly occupied molecular orbital). Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2006/z504382_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.