Anion Coreceptor Molecules. Linear Molecular Recognition in the Selective Binding of Dicarboxylate Substrates by Ditopic Polyammonium Macrocycles

Three macrocyclic hexaamines 1 , 2 , and 4 , and the acyclic tetraamine 5 and hexaamine 6 have been synthesized. The hexaamines 1 , 2 , and 4 are ditopic coreceptor molecules containing two triamine subunits which may bind anionic substrates when protonated. The stability constants of the complexes between the protonated forms of the macrocyclic polyamines and terminal dicarboxylates ^?O₂C?(CH₂)_m- CO₂^? as well as amino-acid and dipeptide dicarboxylates have been determined by pH-metric measurements. Around neutral pH, 1 and 2 give mainly complexes of the fully protonated species 1 ·6H⁺ and 2 ·6H⁺, whereas 4 yields predominantly complexes of 4 ·5H⁺ and 4 ·4H⁺. The stability sequences of the complexes formed indicate preferential binding of the dianionic substrates whose length is compatible with the separation of the triammonium binding subunits in the protonated receptor molecules 1 , 2 , and 4 . This selectivity pattern corresponds to a process of linear molecular recognition based on ditopic binding between the two ammonium subunits of the coreceptor and the terminal carboxylates of the substrate of complementary length. The complexes of the acyclic ligands 5 and 6 are much weaker and much less selective, indicating a marked macrocyclic effect on both stability and selectivity of binding, i.e. on recognition.     

Synthesis and anion binding properties of 1,8-disulfonamidocarbazole dipyrromethane Schiff-base macrocycle & its amine analogue

A novel 1,8-disulfonamidocarbazole-dipyrromethane Schiff-base macrocycle (1) and its amine analogue (2) were designed and synthesised, and their anion binding properties were studied via UV–vis and ¹H NMR titration spectra. The obtained results showed that a small change in the macrocyclic structure (by reducing imines into the corresponding amines) produced a remarkable impact on its binding affinity and selectivity for anions. For example, macrocycle 1 displayed a 7.9:1 F^?/H₂PO₄^? selectivity; however, its amine analogue 2 showed a 78.5:1 F^?/H₂PO₄^? selectivity.     

Anion recognition by neutral macrocyclic amides

Although amides often serve as anchoring groups in natural and synthetic anion receptors, the structure-affinity relationship studies of amide-based macrocyclic receptors are still very limited. Therefore, we decided to investigate the influence of the size of the macroring on the strength and selectivity of anion binding by uncharged, amide-based receptors. With this aim, we synthesized a series of macrocyclic tetraamides derived from 2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid and aliphatic alpha,omega-diamines of different lengths. X-ray analysis shows that all ligands studied adopt expanded conformations in the solid state with the convergent arrangement of all four hydrogen-bond donors. 1H NMR titrations in DMSO solution revealed a significant effect of the ring size on the stability constants of anion complexes; the 20-membered macrocyclic tetraamide 2 is a better anion receptor than its both 18- and 24-membered analogues. This effect cannot be interpreted exclusively in terms of matching between anion diameter and the size of macrocyclic cavity, because 2 forms the most stable complexes with all anions studied, irrespective of their sizes. However, geometric complementarity manifests in extraordinarily high affinity of 2 towards the chloride anion. The results obtained for solutions were interpreted in the light of solid-state structural studies. Taken together, these data suggest that anion binding by this family of macrocycles is governed by competitive interplay between their ability to adjust to a guest, requiring longer aliphatic spacers, and preorganization, calling for shorter spacers. The 20-membered receptor 2 is a good compromise between these factors and, therefore, it was selected as a promising leading structure for further development of anion receptors. Furthermore, the study of an open chain analogue of 2 revealed a substantial macrocyclic effect. X-ray structure of the acyclic model 14 suggests that this may be due to its ill-preorganized conformation, stabilized by two intramolecular hydrogen bonds.     

An Interplay of Cooperativity between Cation⋅⋅⋅π, Anion⋅⋅⋅π and C?H⋅⋅⋅Anion Interactions

Mixed cation (Li⁺, Na⁺ and K⁺) and anion (F^?, Cl^?, Br^?) complexes of the aromatic π‐surfaces (top and bottom) are studied by using dispersion‐corrected density functional theory. The selectivity of the aromatic surface to interact with a cation or an anion can be tuned and even reversed by the electron‐donating/electron‐accepting nature of the side groups. The presence of a methyl group in the ? OCH₃, ? SCH₃, ? OC₂H₅ in the side groups of the aromatic ring leads to further cooperative stabilization of the otherwise unstable/weakly stable anion???π complexes by bending of the side groups towards the anion to facilitate C? H???anion interactions. The cooperativity among the interactions is found to be as large as 100 kcal mol^?1 quantified by dissection of the three individual forces from the total interaction energy. The crystal structures of the fluoride binding tripodal and hexapodal ligands provide experimental evidence for such cooperative interactions.     

Macrocyclic bis-urea receptor: Synthesis,crystal structure and phosphate binding properties

A macrocyclic bis-urea receptor (L1) and two acyclic bis-urea analogues (L2 and L3) have been synthesized. The crystal structure of L1 was obtained. The experimental results show that the receptor L1 has high selectivity to H₂PO₄^?. Meanwhile, compared with the acyclic receptors L2 and L3, L1 has higher binding ability to H₂PO₄^?. The results of density functional theory (DFT) calculations deepened our understanding on L1 conformations stability and its anion-binding property.     

Luminescent Anion Sensing by Transition-Metal Dipyridylbenzene Complexes Incorporated into Acyclic,Macrocyclic and Interlocked Hosts

A series of novel acyclic, macrocyclic and mechanically interlocked luminescent anion sensors have been prepared by incorporation of the isophthalamide motif into dipyridylbenzene to obtain cyclometallated complexes of platinum(II) and ruthenium(II). Both the acyclic and macrocyclic derivatives 7⋅Pt , 7⋅Ru⋅PF₆ , 10⋅Pt and 10⋅Ru⋅PF₆ are effective sensors for a range of halides and oxoanions. The near-infra red emitting ruthenium congeners exhibited an increased binding strength compared to platinum due to the cationic charge and thus additional electrostatic interactions. Intramolecular hydrogen-bonding between the dipyridylbenzene ligand and the amide carbonyls increases the preorganisation of both acyclic and macrocyclic metal derivatives resulting in no discernible macrocyclic effect. Interlocked analogues were also prepared, and preliminary luminescent chloride anion spectrometric titrations with 12⋅Ru⋅(PF₆)₂ demonstrate a marked increase in halide binding affinity due to the complementary chloride binding pocket of the [2]rotaxane. ¹H NMR binding titrations indicate the interlocked dicationic receptor is capable of chloride recognition even in competitive 30 % aqueous mixtures.     

Molecular Receptors. Structural Effects and Substrate Recognition in Binding of Organic and Biogenic Ammonium Ions by Chiral Polyfunctional Macrocyclic Polyethers Bearing Amino-Acid and Other Side-Chains

The stability constants of the complexes formed by the polyfunctional macro-cyclic receptor molecules of type 1 with cationic substrates have been determined and analyzed in terms of structural factors. The binding strength is dominated by electrostatic interactions; the tetracarboxylate 1 (O^?) forms by far the most stable complexes of all known macrocyclic polyethers. Lipophilic groups also significantly enhance stabilities, stressing the role of such residues in biological receptor sites. The complexation selectivity of organic ammonium cations is determined by two main factors: (a) central discrimination, resulting from the macrocyclic cavity, strongly favors binding of primary ammonium cations with respect to more highly substituted ones and also distinguishes among (R-NH₃⁺)-substrates differently substituted on the C(α)-atom; (b) lateral discrimination arises from interactions between the substrate and the side chains borne by the macrocycle; again electrostatic and lipophilic group effects play the major role; diammonium cations are especially strongly bound. Complexation of biogenic amines follows the same trends; for instance noradrenaline and norephedrine are selectively bound with respect to adrenaline and ephedrine, pointing towards potential applications in selective binding and transport of biologically active substances.     

The stabilities and formation kinetics of some macrocycles with copper(II): crystal structures of some pendant arm macrocycles

Kinetics of complex formation and stability constants of tetra-(2-hydroxpropyl) substituted cyclam (L³) and cyclen (L⁴) with copper(II) have been studied in aqueous solution at room temperature. These data are compared to the corresponding parent compounds (cyclam L¹ and cyclen L²) in an attempt to define the effect of pendant arm upon kinetics and stability constants of the complexes. The kinetics were observed by stopped-flow measurements followed at multiwavelengths. These ligands were chosen to furnish information concerning effect of pendant groups and cavity size on the kinetics and stability of the complexes. Stopped-flow and spectrophotometric titration techniques were used for evaluation of the kinetics and stability constants, respectively. The apparent rate constants increase as CuL³?>?CuL⁴?>?CuL¹?>?CuL². Activation parameters and stability constants of the complexes were estimated. The effect of cavity size on the rate of reaction can be observed in CuL³?>?CuL⁴ and CuL¹?>?CuL² and the effect of pendant groups in CuL³?>?CuL¹ and CuL⁴?>?CuL². Mechanism of the complex formation reaction is proposed. The enhanced stability of the copper(II) complexes formed with L¹ and L² macrocyclic ligands is compared to those formed with analogous pendant arm species.     

The Squaramide versus Urea Contest for Anion Recognition

The interaction of a neutral squaramide‐based receptor, equipped with two 4‐nitrophenyl substituents ( R_sq ), with halides and oxoanions has been studied in MeCN. UV/Vis and ¹H NMR spectroscopy titration experiments clearly indicated the formation of 1:1 hydrogen bonding [ R_sq ???X]⁺ complexes with all the investigated anions. X‐ray diffraction studies on the chloride and bromide complex salts confirmed the 1:1 stoichiometry and indicated the establishment of bifurcated hydrogen‐bond interactions between the squaramide‐based receptor and the halide anion that involved both 1) amide N? H and 2) aryl proximate C? H fragments, for a total of four bonds. Probably due to the contribution of C? H fragments, complexes of R_sq with halides are 1 to 2 orders of magnitude more stable than the corresponding ones with the analogous urea‐based receptor that contains two 4‐nitrophenyl substituents ( R_ur ). In the case of oxoanions, R_sq forms complexes, the stability of which decreases with the decreasing basicity of the anion (H₂PO₄^?>NO₂^?≈HSO₄^?>NO₃^?), and is comparable to that of complexes of the urea‐based receptor R_ur . Such a behaviour is ascribed to the predominance of different contributions: electrostatic interaction for halides, acid‐to‐base ‘frozen’ proton transfer for oxoanions. Finally, with the strongly basic anions F^? and CH₃COO^?, R_sq first gives genuine hydrogen‐bond complexes of 1:1 stoichiometry; then, upon addition of a second anion equivalent, it undergoes deprotonation of one N? H fragment, with the simultaneous formation of the dianion hydrogen‐bond complexes, [HF₂]^? and [CH₃COOH???CH₃COO]^?, respectively. In the case of the urea‐based derivative R_ur , deprotonation takes place with fluoride but not with acetate. The apparently higher Brønsted acidity of R_sq with respect to R_ur reflects the capability of the squaramide receptor to delocalise the negative charge formed on N? H deprotonation over the cyclobutene‐1,2‐dione ring and the entire molecular framework.     

Intermolecular Interactions in Li+‐glyme and Li+‐glyme–TFSA− Complexes: Relationship with Physicochemical Properties of [Li(glyme)][TFSA] Ionic Liquids

The stabilization energies (ΔE_form) calculated for the formation of the Li⁺ complexes with mono‐, di‐ tri‐ and tetra‐glyme (G1, G2, G3 and G4) at the MP2/6‐311G** level were ?61.0, ?79.5, ?95.6 and ?107.7 kcal mol^?1, respectively. The electrostatic and induction interactions are the major sources of the attraction in the complexes. Although the ΔE_form increases by the increase of the number of the O???Li contact, the ΔE_form per oxygen atom decreases. The negative charge on the oxygen atom that has contact with the Li⁺ weakens the attractive electrostatic and induction interactions of other oxygen atoms with the Li⁺. The binding energies calculated for the [Li(glyme)]⁺ complexes with TFSA^? anion (glyme=G1, G2, G3, and G4) were ?106.5, ?93.7, ?82.8, and ?70.0 kcal mol^?1, respectively. The binding energies for the complexes are significantly smaller than that for the Li⁺ with the TFSA^? anion. The binding energy decreases by the increase of the glyme chain length. The weak attraction between the [Li(glyme)]⁺ complex (glyme=G3 and G4) and TFSA^? anion is one of the causes of the fast diffusion of the [Li(glyme)]⁺ complex in the mixture of the glyme and the Li salt in spite of the large size of the [Li(glyme)]⁺ complex. The HOMO energy level of glyme in the [Li(glyme)]⁺ complex is significantly lower than that of isolated glyme, which shows that the interaction of the Li⁺ with the oxygen atoms of glyme increases the oxidative stability of the glyme.     

Conductometric study of complexation reaction between 15-crown-5 and Cr3+, Mn2+ and Zn2+ metal cations in pure and binary mixed organic solvents

The stability constants (K_f) for the complexation reactions of Cr³⁺, Mn²⁺ and Zn²⁺ metal cations with macrocyclic ligand, 15-crown-5 (15C5), in acetonitrile (AN), ethanol (EtOH) and also in their binary solutions (AN–EtOH) were determined at different temperatures, using conductometric method. 15C5 forms 1:1 complexes with Cr³⁺, Mn²⁺ and Zn²⁺ cations in solutions. A non-linear behaviour was observed for changes of logK_f of the metal ion complexes versus the composition of the mixed solvent. The order of stability of the metal–ion complexes in pure AN and in a binary solution of AN–EtOH (mol% AN?=?52) at 25?°C was found to be: (15C5Zn)²⁺?>?(15C5·Mn)²⁺?>?(15C5·Cr)³⁺, but in the case of pure EtOH at the same temperature, it changes to: (15C5·Zn)²⁺?>?(15C5·Cr)³⁺?>?(15C5·Mn)²⁺. The results also show that the stability sequence of the complexes in the other binary solutions of AN–EtOH (mol% AN?=?26 and mol% AN?=?76) varies in order: (15C5·Cr)³⁺?~?(15C5·Zn)²⁺?>?(15C5·Mn)²⁺. The values of the standard thermodynamic quantities (ΔH_C°, ΔS_C°) for formation of (15C15-Cr³⁺), (15C5-Mn²⁺) and (15C5-Zn²⁺) complexes were obtained from the temperature dependence of the stability constants and the results show that the thermodynamics of complexation reactions is affected by nature and composition of the solvent systems and in most solution systems, the complexes are enthalpy stabilized but entropy destabilized.     

Anion Binding Properties of N-Confused Porphyrins at the Peripheral Nitrogen

Ni(II), Pd(II), and Cu(II) complexes of N-confused porphyrin (NCP) exhibit anion binding properties through a hydrogen bonding interaction at the peripheral NH of confused pyrrole ring. The binding constants of the tetrakis(pentafluorophenyl)-NCP metal complexes (1-M, M= Ni, Pd, Cu) for various halide anions in CH₂C1₂ increase in the order of F^? > Cl^? > Br^? > I^?, respectively. Zwitterionic resonance form of the NCP complexes as well as interactions between halide anions and a pentafluorophenyl group are suggested to be important for efficient anion binding.     

Formation and Stability of Binary Complexes of Divalent Ecotoxic Ions (Ni, Cu, Zn, Cd, Pb) with Biodegradable Aminopolycarboxylate Chelants (dl-2-(2-Carboxymethyl)Nitrilotriacetic Acid, GLDA, and 3-Hydroxy-2,2′-Iminodisuccinic Acid, HIDS) in Aqueous Solutions

The protonation and complex formation equilibria of two biodegradable aminopolycarboxylate chelants {dl-2-(2-carboxymethyl)nitrilotriacetic acid (GLDA) and 3-hydroxy-2,2??-iminodisuccinic acid (HIDS)} with Ni²⁺, Cu²⁺, Zn²⁺, Cd²⁺ and Pb²⁺ ions were investigated using the potentiometric method at a constant ionic strength of I?=?0.10?mol·dm^?3 (KCl) in aqueous solutions at 25?±?0.1?°C. The stability constants of the proton?Cchelant and metal?Cchelant species for each metal ion were determined, and the concentration distributions of various complex species in solution were evaluated for each ion. The stability constants (log₁₀ K _ML) of the complexes containing Ni²⁺, Cu²⁺, Zn²⁺, Cd²⁺ and Pb²⁺ ions followed the identical order of log₁₀ K _CuL?>?log₁₀ K _NiL?>?log₁₀ K _PbL?>?log₁₀ K _ZnL?>?log₁₀ K _CdL for either GLDA (13.03?>?12.74?>?11.60?>?11.52?>?10.31) or HIDS (12.63?>?11.30?>?10.21?>?9.76?>?7.58). In each case, the constants obtained for metal?CGLDA complexes were larger than the corresponding constants for metal?CHIDS complexes. The conditional stability constants (log₁₀ $ K_{\text{ML}}^{'} $ ) of the metal?Cchelant complexes containing GLDA and HIDS were calculated in terms of pH, and compared with the stability constants for EDTA and other biodegradable chelants.     

Tight and Selective Caging of Chloride Ions by a Pseudopeptidic Host

The selective molecular recognition of chloride versus similar anions is a continuous challenge in supramolecular chemistry. We have designed and prepared a simple pseudopeptidic cage ( 1 a ) that defines a cavity suitable for the tight encapsulation of chloride. The interaction of the protonated form of 1 a with different inorganic anions was studied in solution by ¹H NMR spectroscopy and ESI‐MS, and in the solid state by X‐ray diffraction. The solution binding data showed that the association constants of 1 a to chloride are more than two orders of magnitude higher than to any other tested inorganic anion. Remarkably, 1 a displayed a high selectivity for chloride over other closely related halides such as bromide (selectivity=111), iodide (selectivity=719), and fluoride (selectivity >1000). Binding experiments (¹H NMR spectroscopy and ESI‐MS) suggested that 1 a has a high‐affinity (inner) binding site and an additional low‐affinity (external) binding site. The supramolecular complexes with F^?, Cl^?, and Br^? have been also characterized by the X‐ray diffraction of the corresponding [ 1 a? nHX] crystalline salts. The structural data show that the chloride anion is tightly encapsulated within the host, in a binding site defined by a very symmetric array of electrostatic H‐bonds. For the fluoride salt, the size of the cage cavity is too large and is occupied by a water molecule, which fits inside the cage efficiently competing with F^?. In the case of the bigger bromide, the mismatch of the anion inside the cage caused a geometrical distortion of the host and thus a large energetic penalty for the interaction. This minimalistic pseudopeptidic host represents a unique example of the construction of a simple well‐defined binding pocket that allows the highly selective molecular recognition of a challenging substrate.     

Cholesterol-based simple supramolecular gelators: an approach to selective sensing of CN− ion with application in dye adsorption

Cholesterol-linked simple supramolecular gelators 1–3 with functional diversity have been designed on 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde backbone for anion sensing through gel-to-sol methodology. Change in functional group in the gelators of common structural feature has significant impact on gelation, gel properties, morphology and anion sensing behavior. The dicyanovinyl derivative 3 has been established as superior gelator among the three as it forms gel from varieties of solvents with lowest concentration. All the three gels are applied in anion recognition. The gel state of 1 remains virtually intact in presence of all the anions tested. The oxime derivative 2 interacts with basic anions like CN^?, F^? and AcO^? and displays no selectivity in gel phase anion sensing. On contrary, the dicyanovinylated analogue 3 shows gel-to-sol transition selectively in presence of CN^? and validates its visual sensing. Additionally, the gel of 3 as explored in dye adsorption works well in rapid removal of crystal violet, a cationic dye from waste water.     

Azulene‐Based Macrocyclic Receptors for Recognition and Sensing of Phosphate Anions

Herein we report the synthesis and detailed studies of the anion‐binding properties of two 20‐membered macrocyclic tetramide receptors: one symmetrical, containing two identical azulene‐based bisamide units, the other a hybrid, containing a dipicolinic bisamide unit and an azulene‐based bisamide unit. Analysis of the crystal structures of the macrocyclic receptors revealed their preference for adopting similar well‐preorganized bent‐sheet conformations, both as free receptors and in their complexes with anions. Studies of the optical properties of both receptors revealed abilities to selectively sense phosphate anions (H₂PO₄^?, HP₂O₇^3?), allowing for naked‐eye detection of the presence of these guests in DMSO. Binding studies in solution confirmed that the receptors bind strongly to a series of anions even in highly demanding media, such as mixtures of DMSO with water or with methanol. Comparison of the anion affinity of linear analogues with that of the macrocyclic receptors evidenced the importance of macrocyclic topology. Quantitative analysis revealed that the macrocyclic receptors are selective for H₂PO₄^? over other anions. The affinity to H₂PO₄^? seen for the symmetrical receptor, containing two azulene‐based subunits, is much higher than for the hybrid macrocycle containing both the azulene‐based and pyridine‐derived subunits. This highlights that the azulene‐based building block serves efficiently as both a binding site and a structure‐preorganizing motif.     

Ion-exchange properties of microdispersed sintered detonation nanodiamond

The adsorption of transition metal cations and inorganic anions from aqueous solutions on microdispersed sintered detonation nanodiamond (MSDN) is systematically studied. The selectivity series Fe³⁺ > Al³⁺ > Cu²⁺ > Mn²⁺ > Zn²⁺ > Cd²⁺ > Co²⁺ > Ni²⁺ with maximum adsorption capacity between 2 and 5 µmol g^?1 is obtained. It is found that anions may significantly contribute to the adsorption of transition metal cations, so the adsorption of CH₃COO^?, Cl^?, B₄O₇ ^2?, ClO₄ ^?, I^?, SO₄ ^2?, C₂O₄ ^2?, PO₄ ^3? is also studied. For the first time, dominating adsorption of anions over cations is demonstrated for detonation nanodiamond. The maximum anion-exchange capacity of 50–150 µmol g^?1 is found for MSDN. Beside of electrostatic interactions, the formation of complexes with hydroxyl groups and interaction with metal impurities contribute to the adsorption of B₄O₇ ^2? and PO₄ ^3?, respectively. Therefore, anion exchange selectivity of MSDN is different from that observed for common anion exchange resins. In all cases, the adsorption on MSDN obeys Langmuir law. The pH effect on the adsorption of SO₄ ^2?, PO₄ ^3? and B₄O₇ ^2? is different from that observed for other anions due to specific interactions.     

Electronic Structure of Manganese Complexes of the Redox‐Non‐innocent Tetrazene Ligand and Evidence for the Metal‐Azide/Imido Cycloaddition Intermediate

The first synthetic manganese tetrazene complexes are described as a redox pair comprising anionic [Mn(N₄Ad₂)₂]^? ( 1 ) and neutral Mn(N₄Ad₂)₂ ( 2 ) complexes (N₄Ad₂=[Ad‐N?N=N?N‐Ad]^2?). Compound 1 is obtained in two forms as lithium salts, one as a cationic Li₂Mn cluster, and one as a Mn–Li 1D ionic polymer. Compound 1 is electronically described as a Mn^III center with two [N₄Ad₂]^2? ligands. The one‐electron oxidized 2 is crystalized in two morphologies, one as pure 2 and one as an acetonitrile adduct. Despite similar composition, the behavior of 2 differs in the two morphologies. Compound 2 ‐ MeCN is relatively air and temperature stable. Crystalline 2 , on the other hand, exhibits a compositional, dynamic disorder wherein the tetrazene metallacycle ring‐opens into a metal imide/azide complex detectable by X‐ray crystallography and FTIR spectroscopy. Electronic structure of 2 was examined by EPR and XPS spectroscopies and DFT calculations, which indicate 2 is best described as a Mn^III ion with an anion radical delocalized across the two ligands through spin‐polarization effects.     

Negative ion chemical ionization mass spectrometry—binding of molecules to bromide and iodide anions

The analytical potential of negative ion chemical ionization (NICI) mass spectrometry utilizing dibromodifluoro-methane (CF₂Br₂) and iodomethane (CH₃I)/methane (CH₄) as reagent gases is examined. The NICI mass spectrum of CF₂Br₂ contains Br^?, [HBr₂]^? and [CF₂Br₃]^? anions. Weak acids (i.e. those acids with approximately ΔH°_(acid) values between 1674 and 1464 kJ mol^?1) react with Br^? to produce minor yields of the hydrogen?bonded bromide attachment [MH + Br]^? anion or are unreactive. Strong acids (i.e. those acids with approximately ΔH°_(acid) > 1464 kJ mol^?1) produce primarily [MH + Br]^? anions with a minor yield of proton transfer [M ? H]^? anion. The NICI spectrum of CH₃I/CH₄ is dominated by I^?. Weak acids react with I^? to yield minor amounts of [MH + 1]^? or are unreactive. Strong acids produce only [MH + l]^? anions. From a consideration of the gas-phase basicity of the halide anion and the binding energy of the hydrogen-bonded halide attachment adduct, thermochemical data are used as a potential guide to rationalize or predict the ions observed in NICI mass spectra.     

Synthesis,complex formation kinetics and thermodynamic study of some acyclic polyamine and N2O2 ligands with copper(II)

The polydentate ligands, 3-(2-aminocyclohexylamino)-2-(2-aminocyclohexyl aminomethyl) propionic acid (L¹ ), 4,7,10-triazatridecanedinitrile trihydrochloride (L² ), and 2,2′-(ethane-1,2-diyl) bis(methylazanediyl) diethanol (L³ ) were prepared and their structures investigated by FT-IR, NMR, and MS. The kinetics of complex formation between Cu(II) and L¹, L², and L³ were investigated in acidic aqueous solutions using the stopped-flow method. The stability constants of the complexes were determined by spectrophotometric titration (T?=?293?K, μ?=?0.1?mol?L^?1 NaClO₄), using a diode array UV-Vis spectrophotometer equipped with peristaltic pump and pH meter. The stability constants for the complexes were CuL^1?>?CuL^2?>?CuL³. Activation enthalpies (ΔH#) of these complexes were 55?kJ?mol^?1 for CuL¹, 61?kJ?mol^?1 for CuL², and 36?kJ?mol^?1 for CuL³, respectively.