Cationic η¹/η²‐Gold(I) Complexes of Simple Arenes

Abstract

In close contact: The first gold(I) complexes of simple arenes show a separation between the Au center and the mean aromatic plane of 2.20–2.24 Å, which is much shorter than the related silver(I)–arene bonds. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2006/z601688_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.