Complex amidoboranes M<Superscript>2</Superscript>[M<Superscript>1</Superscript>(NH<Subscript>2</Subscript>BH<Subscript>3</Subscript>)<Subscript>4</Subscript>] (M<Superscript>1</Superscript> = Al,Ga; M<Superscript>2</Superscript> = Li,Na, K,Rb, Cs)

Structural, spectral, and thermodynamic characteristics of complex amidoboranes M²[M¹(NH₂BH₃)₄] (M¹ = Al, Ga; M² = Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs) were calculated by the B3LYP/def2-SVPD quantum-chemical method. The procedure for the synthesis of these compounds by reactions of alkali metal amidoboranes with aluminum and gallium chlorides was suggested and experimentally tested. Reaction products were characterized by the NMR and IR spectroscopy and X-ray phase analysis.     

Ligand properties of aromatic azines: C-H activation, metal induced disproportionation and catalytic C-C coupling reactions

The reaction of aromatic azines with Fe₂(CO)₉ yields dinuclear iron carbonyl cluster compounds as the main products. The formation of these compounds may be rationalized by a C-H activation reaction at the aromatic substituent in ortho position with respect to the exocyclic C-N double bond followed by an intramolecular shift of the corresponding hydrogen atom toward the former imine carbon atom. The second imine function of the ligand does not react. Additional products arise from the metal induced disproportionation of the azine into a primary imine and a nitrile. So also one of the imine C-H bonds may be activated during the reaction. Depending on the aromatic substituent of the azine ligands iron carbonyl complexes of the disproportionation products are isolated and characterized by X-ray crystallography. C-C coupling reactions catalyzed by Ru₃(CO)₁₂ result in the formation of ortho-substituted azines. In addition, ortho-substituted nitriles are identified as side-products showing that the metal induced disproportionation reaction also takes place under catalytic conditions.     

Syntheses and structures of M–Na (M=Zn,Mn) coordination polymers in which ligands and Na ions exhibit complex coordination modes

The novel heteronuclear complexes [Na₂Zn(dipic)₂(H₂O)] _n (1) and [Na₂Mn(dipic)₂(H₂O)₂] _n (2) (H₂dipic?=?pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid) were synthesized and characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction, analysis, IR spectroscopy and thermogravimetric analysis. Complex 1 consists of infinite 2D double layers, which are further attached into a 3D network through π–π stacking. All sodium ions are 3-coordinate. Complex 2 has an intricate 3D structure, in which two sodium ions are differently involved in forming polymeric coordination units, and are 3- and 7-coordinate, respectively. Dipic anions act as multidentate ligands showing novel and unprecedented bridging coordination modes. One ligand coordinates to three metal ions and with five bonds; the other coordinates five metal ions with nine bonds.     

Unmodified Fe<Subscript>3</Subscript>O<Subscript>4</Subscript> nanostructure promoted with external magnetic field: safe,magnetically recoverable,and efficient nanocatalyst for N- and C-alkylation reactions in green conditions

Transition metal compounds have emerged as suitable catalysts for organic reactions. Magnetic compounds as soft Lewis acids can be used as catalysts for organic reactions. In this report, the Fe₃O₄ nanostructures were obtained from Fe²⁺ and Fe³⁺-salts, under an external magnetic field (EMF) without any protective agent. The X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy tools were used to characterize these magnetic compounds. The two-dimensional (2-D, it showed nanometric size in the two dimensions, nanorod structure) Fe₃O₄ compound showed high catalytic activity and stability in N- and C-alkylation reactions. A diverse range of N- and C-alkylation products were obtained in moderate to high yield under green and mild conditions in air. Also the N- and C-alkylation products can be obtained with different selectivity and yield by exposure reactions with EMF. Results of alkylation reactions showed that the presence of Fe(II) and Fe(III) species on the surface of magnetic catalysts (phase structure of magnetic compounds) are essential as very cheap active sites. Also, morphology of magnetic catalysts had influence on their catalytic performances. After the reaction, the catalyst/product(s) separation could be easily achieved with an external magnet and more than 95% of catalyst could be recovered. The catalyst was reused at least four times without any loss of its high catalytic activity for N- and C-alkylation reactions.     

Reactions between sodium carbonate and vanadium pentoxide

The isothermal reactions between Na₂CO₃(X) and V₂O₅(Y) have been studied. It has been noticed that the reaction depends on both temperature and the molar X:Y ratios for the mixtures 1:6 and 1:3. For higher Na₂CO₃ contents, the reaction is more dependent on temperature. An X-ray examination of the isothermal products revealed the sequence of formation of different types of vanadates. The X-ray diffraction patterns for five sodium vanadates were investigated. The presence of two types of bronze I; Na₂V₁₂O₃₁ and NaV₆O₁₅ was evidenced by both X-ray and differential thermal analysis. The transformation of the former compound to the latter during cooling is accompanied by oxygen evolution; a phenomenon which is reversible.     

Microwave and UV Assisted Methods for Obtaining Novel Composites Based on Fe<Subscript>2</Subscript>O<Subscript>3</Subscript> with Embedded Gold Nanoparticles

Metallic nanoparticles embedded into the structure of metal oxides may play a role of catalytic substances. Such composites are mostly applied in oxidation reactions. The paper presents two one-step-methods for obtaining nanocomposites of gold embedded in the structure of iron oxide matrices (nanoAu/Fe₂O₃). Gold nanoparticles were formed in situ in the process of iron hydroxide dehydration. Thanks to the use of tannic acid it was possible to effectively reduce gold ions and stabilize the forming metal nanoparticles. The composites were prepared in the fields of microwave, ultraviolet radiation. The physicochemical properties of products were determined by scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray analysis and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy technique with EDS and elemental mapping mode. Also, the catalytic activity of the nanocomposites obtained was evaluated based on the process of methyl orange degradation. It was observed that products obtained according to the microwave radiation method are characterized by improved applying properties.     

The reaction of ternary mixtures of sodium nitrate,diboron trioxide and silica

The reaction and the thermal changes of the ternary system NaNO₃-B₂O₃-SiO₂ have been investigated by means of high-temperature thermogravimetry, derivative thermo-gravimetry, microscopy, differential thermal analysis, gas chromatography, X-ray diffractometry and IR spectrometry. The combination of these techniques provides information on the reaction process. The major reactions which take place in this system are as follows: several sodium borates are preferentially formed in a liquid-phase reaction after NaNO₃ and B₂O₃ melt, with the generation of O₂, NO and N₂. SiO₂ does not take part in the reaction below 550?. Sodium borates with B/Na=9 to 1 are formed successively with the generation of O₂ and NO as the temperature increases. The reaction products around 700? are mixtures of borates and silicates. Borosilicates are formed above 750?.     

Spectral,thermal and X-ray studies on some new <Emphasis Type="Italic">Bis</Emphasis>-hydrazine lanthanide(III) glyoxylates

Some new and bis-hydrazine lanthanide glyoxylates Ln[OOC-CHO]₃(N₂H₄)₂ where Ln=La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb or Dy have been prepared and the compositions of the complexes have been determined by chemical analysis and elemental analysis. The magnetic moment and electronic spectra suggest except Ln³⁺ which is diamagnetic and all the other complexes are paramagnetic. Infrared spectral data indicate the bidentate coordination of carboxylates group is coordinate to lanthanide ion in a monodentate fashion. However, as a whole, glyoxylate ion acts as a bidentate ligand. The curves of all the complexes show multi-step degradation and the final products are found to be the respective metal oxides. The final residues were identified by their metal analysis, infrared spectra and the X-ray powder diffraction patterns. X-ray powder patterns of the complexes are almost super-imposable as expected which is in favour of isomorphism among the series.     

Synthesis and characterization of some metal(II) and sodium ions with cyclopentane-1,2,3,4-tetracarboxylate anion

New divalent metal cyclopentane-1,2,3,4-tetracarboxylate (CPTC) hydrates of empirical formula M₂C₅H₆(COO)₄ · nH₂O, where M = Ni, Co, Cu, or Zn and n = 3?6, and sodium CPTC Na₃C₅H₆COOH(COO)₃ · 7H₂O have been prepared and characterized by elemental analysis, magnetic measurements, thermal, and infrared spectral studies. For the sodium salt, a single crystal (Na₃C₅H₆COOH(COO)₃ · 8H₂O) was also obtained. IR spectra of the metal(II) complexes indicate the coordination of metal ions through all carboxylates. For the sodium compound, a band at 1681 cm^?1 indicates that some carboxylic groups have not been deprotonated. The presence of protonated carboxylic group was also confirmed by an X-ray single crystal analysis. On heating in air atmosphere, all complexes lose water molecules and next anhydrous compounds decompose to corresponding metal oxides and sodium carbonate.     

Über die Dihydrogenphosphide der Alkalimetalle,MPH2 mit M ≙ Li,Na, K,Rb und Cs

Dihydrogenphosphides of Alkali Metals, MPH₂ (M ? Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs) The dihydrogenphosphides from lithium to cesium were obtained by the reaction of PH₃ with the corresponding solutions of the metals or the metal amides in ammonia. The compounds were examined by X-ray, IR-spectroscopic, and thermochemical techniques. LiPH₂ is not stable at room temperature, while evolving PH₃ it decomposes to yellow products. NaPH₂ is a stable, white compound; above 393 K it decomposes associated with discolouring. KPH₂ and RbPH₂ exist in the region from 110 K to ～400 K in three crystalline forms. Its high-temperature modification is of the sodium chloride-type structure; a monoclinic deformation occurs with decreasing temperature. DSC-measurements revealed a further low temperature form. CsPH₂ crystallizes in the CsCl-type structure between 110 K and ～400 K.     

Synthesis, characterisation and anion exchange properties of copper, magnesium, zinc and nickel hydroxy nitrates

Anion exchange reactions of four structurally related hydroxy salts, Cu₂(OH)₃NO₃, Mg₂(OH)₃NO₃, Ni₂(OH)₃NO₃ and Zn₃(OH)₄(NO₃)₂ are compared and trends rationalised in terms of the strength of the covalent bond between the nitrate group and the matrix cation. Powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and elemental analysis are used to characterise the materials. Replacement of the nitrate anions in the zinc and copper salts with benzoate anions is possible although exchange of the zinc salt is accompanied by modification of the layer structure from one where zinc is exclusively six-fold coordinated to a structure where there is both six- and four-fold zinc coordination. Magnesium and nickel hydroxy nitrates, on the other hand, hydrolyse to their respective metal hydroxides.     

Synthesis of lanthanide pyrazolonate complexes by the reactions of 1-Phenyl-3-methyl-4-(2,2-dimethylpropan-1-oyl)pyrazol-5-one with metallic lanthanides. Crystal structures of [Ln(Bu t -PMP)3]2 (Ln = Gd, Tb, and Tm)

Lanthanide pyrazolonate complexes Ln(Bu ^t -PMP)₃ (Ln = Pr, Nd, Gd, Tb, Tm, and Lu) are synthesized by the reactions of 1-phenyl-3-methyl-4-(2,2-dimethylpropan-1-oyl)pyrazol-5-one (Bu ^t -PMPH) with metallic lanthanides in the presence of catalytic amounts of the corresponding metal triiodides. The yields of the products are close to quantitative ones. The synthesized compounds can sublime in vacuo (10^?3 Torr) in the temperature range from 235 to 270°C. X-ray diffraction analyses of the sublimed complexes show that they are dimers [Ln(Bu ^t -PMP)₃]₂ (Ln = Gd, Tb, and Tm) in which metal atoms are linked by two bridging pyrazolonate fragments. The coordination environment of the lanthanide is a distorted one-capped trigonal prism.     

Determination of mechanism of thermal decomposition of Mg,Ca and Zn hydrazidocarbonates by evolved gas analysis

Hydrazo-carbonates are complex compounds and products of the reactions between solutions of metal ion and solutions of hydrazido-carbonic acid. The decomposition of Mg(N₂H₃COO)₂. 2H₂O, Ca(N₂H₃COO)₂·H₂O and Zn(N₂H₃COO)₂ in inert atmosphere were studied. By classical thermoanalytical methods and data on the composition of the intermediates and final products the mechanisms of the thermal decomposition could not be resolved therefore also evolved gas analysis was used (EGA). The first step of thermal decomposition of Ca and Mg hydrazidocarbonates is dehydration. With the heating the decomposition of the hydrazido-carbonates proceeds under evolution of the ammonia, carbon monoxide and/or nitrogen and carbon dioxide giving as the intermediates for calcium and magnesium compounds the corresponding carbonates oxides as the final products. The zinc compound decomposes to the oxide, ZnO but also zinc cyanamide was detected during to the thermal treatment.     

Spectral, thermal and X-ray studies on some new bis-hydrazine metal glyoxylates and bis-hydrazine mixed metal glyoxylates

Bis-hydrazine complexes of metal glyoxylates and mixed metal glyoxylates of 3d-metal ions of the formula M(OOCCHO)₂(N₂H₄)₂, where M = Mg, Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn or Cd and M_1/3Co_2/3(OOCCHO)₂(N₂H₄)₂, where M = Mg, Mn, Ni, Zn or Cd, respectively, have been prepared and studied. The compositions of the complexes have been determined by chemical analyses. The magnetic moments and electronic spectra suggest a high-spin octahedral geometry for the metal complexes. Infrared spectral data indicate the bidentate bridging by hydrazine molecules and monodentate coordination by glyoxylate ions in both the metal and mixed metal compounds. Thermogravimetry and differential thermal analyses in air have been used to study the thermal behaviour of the complexes. The simultaneous TG-DTA traces of all the complexes show multi-step degradation and the final products are found to be the respective metal oxides in the case of metal complexes and metal cobaltites in the case of mixed metal complexes. The final residues were identified by their X-ray powder diffraction patterns. X-ray powder diffraction patterns of the complexes including mixed metal complexes are almost superimposable with in each of the series indicating isomorphism. The metal cobaltites MCo₂O₄, where M = Mg, Mn, Ni, Zn or Cd were also prepared by decomposing the respective mixed metal complex in a pre-heated silica crucible at about 300 °C, and their identities were confirmed by chemical analyses, infrared spectra and X-ray powder diffraction.     

Synthesis of allyl-transition metal complexes by phase transfer catalyzed reactions of metal carbonyl halides: III. Considerations of the mechanisms

Mechanisms are proposed for the hydroxide ion-initiated reactions of metal carbonyl halides which lead to allyl-transition metal complexes under phase transfer conditions. Evidence is presented for intermediate anionic metallocarboxylic acids in reactions leading to η³-allyl products of molybdenum, iron, ruthenium and manganese, whereas η¹ complexes are shown to result from halide displacement reactions in which simple metal carbonyl anions are generated. In some cases phosphorus-containing ligands inhibit the hydroxide-promoted reactions of metal carbonyl halides with allyl bromide; a rationale involving decreased acidity of the carbonyl ligands is presented. Syntheses of η³-C₃H₅Mn(CO)₃P(OCH₃)₃ and η³-C₃H₅Mn(CO)₂[P(OCH₃)₃]₂ by phase transfer catalysis are also described.     

Reaktionen von Natronwasserglas mit Kaolin unter hydrothermalen Bedingungen

Reactions of Sodium Silicate with Kaolin under Various Hydrothermal Conditions The reactions of sodium silicate (molar ratio SiO₂/Na₂O 3.8) with kaolin were investigated under various conditions of hydrothermal treatment in saturated water vapours in an autoclave. The products of reaction were identified by X-ray, electron-microscopic, and infrared methods. The results have shown that, under autoclave conditions, sodium silicate reacts with kaolin to alumosilicagel or to a crystallized zeolite mineral analcime Na₂O · Al₂O₃ · 4 SiO₂ · 2 H₂O. At the reaction kaolin dissolves and α-quartz simultaneously appears in the product of reaction.     

T-x-y diagram of the Ni-Bi-Se system

Some polythermal sections of the Ni-Bi-Se system have been investigated by DTA, X-ray powder diffraction, microstructural analysis, and microhardness measurements. The liquidus surface has been constructed for this system. The compounds NiBi₂Se₄ and Ni₃Bi₂Se₂ are formed by dystectic reactions and melt at 1088 and 980 K, respectively. The regions of primary and joint phase crystallization have been determined. A commutation of Bi₂Se₃-based thermoelements with a metal nickel bus-bar has been proposed.     

Reactions of a Polyhalide Ionic Liquid with Copper,Silver, and Gold

The reactions of copper, silver, and gold with the imidazolium-based polyhalide ionic liquid (IL) [C₆C₁Im][Br₂I] were investigated by using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), weight-loss measurements, and gas-phase mass spectrometry. All three Group 11 metals are strongly corroded by the IL at moderate temperatures to give a very high content of dissolved Cu^I, Ag^I, and Au^I species. The IL–metal solutions are stable against contact with water and air. The replacement of imidazolium with inorganic sodium cations decreased metal corrosion rates by orders of magnitude. Our results clearly indicate metal oxidation by iodide from dibromoiodide anions to form molecular iodine and anionic [Br-M^I-Br]⁻ (M=Cu, Ag, Au) complexes stabilized by imidazolium counterions. From experiments with a trihalide IL with imidazolium methylated at the 2-position, we ruled out the formation of imidazole–carbene as a cause of the observed corrosion. In contrast to Group 11 metals, molybdenum is inert against the trihalide IL, which is attributed to surface passivation.     

X-ray absorption fine structure study of amorphous metal oxide thin films prepared by photochemical metalorganic deposition

The oxidation state and local geometry of the metal centers in amorphous thin films of Fe₂O₃ (Fe³⁺ oxidation state), CoFe₂O₄ (Co²⁺/Fe³⁺ oxidation states), and Cr₂O₃ (Cr³⁺ oxidation state) are determined using K edge X-ray absorption near-edge structure (XANES) spectroscopy and extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) spectroscopy. The metal oxide thin films were prepared by the solid-state photochemical decomposition of the relevant metal 2-ethylhexanoates, spin cast as thin films. No peaks are observed in the X-ray diffraction patterns, indicating the metal oxides are X-ray amorphous. The oxidation state of the metals is determined from the edge position of the K absorption edges, and in the case of iron-containing samples, an analysis of the pre-edge peaks. In all cases, the EXAFS analysis indicates the first coordination shell consists of oxygen atoms in an octahedral geometry, with a second shell consisting of metals. No higher shells are observed beyond 3.5 Å for all samples, indicating the metal oxides are truly amorphous, consistent with X-ray diffraction results.     

Synthesis and study of the structure of cage-like metallosiloxanes with pair combinations of 3d transition and alkaline earth metals

The selective replacement of Na ions in cage-like (Cu,Na) organosiloxanes in reactions with divalent metal halides was studied. The sandwich-like isomer [PhSiO₂]₆Cu₄Na₄[PhSiO₂]₆ forms the corresponding bimetallic complexes [PhSiO₂]₆Cu₄M₂[PhSiO₂]₆ (M = Cu, Zn, Mg, Sr, Ba) retaining a sandwich-like structure (in 60–90% yields) regardless of the metal ion size in MCl₂. Under similar conditions, the reactions of the globular isomers [RSiO₂]₁₂Cu₄Na₄ (R = Ph, Me, Vin) with CuX₂ (X = Cl or Br) afforded insoluble polymer products. The reaction in dioxane or THF in the presence of DMSO gave the crystalline globular-type metal complexes [RSiO₂]₁₂Cu₄[CuX]₄, in which Na ions are replaced by CuX groups. The compositions and structures of the synthesized metal complexes were studied by X-ray diffraction, elemental analysis, and destructive silylation combined with gel permeation chromatography and ¹H NMR spectroscopy.