Aromaten-Komplexe mit Halbsandwich-Struktur: Die 1:1-Komplexe des Mesitylens mit SbCl3, SbBr3, BiCl3 und BiBr3

Arene Complexes with a Half-Sandwich Structure: The 1:1 Complexes of Mesitylene with SbCl₃, SbBr₃, BiCl₃, and BiBr₃ 1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene forms stable 1:1 complexes with SbCl₃, SbBr₃, BiCl₃, and BiBr₃ of the stoichiometry C₆H₃Me₃·EX₃ ( 1 – 4 ). According to the results of X-ray structure analyses of compounds 2 and 3 , one arene molecule is coordinated to each antimony or bismuth atom characterizing these adducts as half-sandwich species. To a good approximation the mesitylene molecules are centered over the metal atoms, but deviations from strict η⁶-hapticity are larger for antimony than for bismuth. – Despite some obvious analogies in many features of the structures, 2 and 3 are not isostructural. Differences appear with regard to the halogen bridging between the EX₃ moieties giving rise to the formation of two-dimensional networks (EX₃)_n covered above and below by mesitylene molecules. The structural and sequential principles of the layers differ in a characteristic way for 2 and 3 .     

Comparative Structural,Optical, and Photoluminescence Studies of YF3:Pr,YF3:Pr@LaF3, and YF3:Pr@LaF3@SiO2 Core–Shell Nanocrystals

Praseodymium (Pr³⁺)‐doped YF₃ (core) and LaF₃ ‐covered YF₃ :Pr (core–shell) nanocrystals (NCs ) were prepared successfully by an ecofriendly, polyol‐based, co‐precipitation process, which were then coated with a silica shell by using a sol–gel‐based Stober method. X‐ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM ), thermal analysis, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) , UV /vis, energy bandgap, and photoluminescence studies were used to analyze the crystal structure, morphology, and optical properties of the nanomaterial. XRD and TEM results show that the grain size increases after sequential growth of crystalline LaF₃ and the silica shell. The silica surface modification enhances the solubility and colloidal stability of the core–shell‐SiO₂ NCs . The results indicate that the surface coating affects the optical properties because of the alteration in crystalline size of the materials. The emission intensity of silica‐modified NCs was significantly enhanced compared to that of core and core–shell NCs . These results are attributed to the formation of chemical bonds between core–shell and noncrystalline SiO₂ shell via La–O–Si bridges, which activate the “dormant” Pr³⁺ ions on the surfaces of the nanoparticles. The luminescence efficiency of the as‐prepared core, core–shell, and core–shell‐SiO₂ NCs are comparatively analyzed, and the observed differences are justified on the basis of the surface modification surrounding the luminescent seed core NCs .     

Na3B3O3F6: Synthesis,Crystal Structure,and Ionic Conductivity

Crystalline Na₃B₃O₃F₆ was synthesized from H₃BO₃ and NaBF₄ at 623 K, alternatively NaBO₂ can be reacted with NaBF₄ at 673 K. The title compound (C2/c, a = 11.866(7), b = 6.901(4), c = 9.367(6) Å, β = 113.724(9)°) contains the cyclo‐fluorooxotriborate anion B₃O₃F₆^3–, which displays a planar B₃O₃ ring. Within the margins of experimental error, its point group symmetry is D_3h. Layers of fluorinated boroxine rings and sodium atoms are stacked in an alternating manner in parallel to the ab plane. The novel sodium fluorooxoborate is a poor sodium ion conductor with conductivities of 8.7 × 10^–5 and 3.6 × 10^–3 S · cm^–1 at 523 and 623 K, respectively.     

YF3:Tb,LaF3:Ce/Tb,and GdF3:Tb nanoparticles: A comparison of the crystallographic and photoluminescent properties

YF₃:Tb, LaF₃:Ce/Tb, and GdF₃:Tb nanoparticles (NPs) were synthesized by the thermal co-precipitation technique at a lower temperature. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), FT-Raman, UV/visible, and photoluminescence techniques were utilized to determine the phase purity, crystal phase, thermal stability, exterior behavior, optical properties, colloidal stability, and luminescent properties. The XRD results showed the different crystal phases in each nanoproduct. The TGA studies exhibited slight degradation at a lower temperature, which suggests surface water adsorption and organic moieties. The FTIR spectra revealed the existence of the IR bands related to hydroxyl and (C O) groups, suggesting the presence of organic moieties. The absorption spectra and optical bandgap energies were measured in aqueous media for the determination of the colloidal dispersibility in an aqueous solution. The excitation and emission spectra were analyzed, and all observed excitation and emission transitions were labeled. The emission spectra of the LnF₃:Tb NPs exhibited distinctive features of the most dominant emission transition located at 543 (⁵D₄ → ⁷F₅) under the excitation at 368 nm. Among the presented LnF₃ host matrices, YF₃:Tb NPs demonstrated high crystallinity along with superior photoluminescence properties. These findings are highly useful in the conjugation of biomolecules for sensitive detection of biomolecules and optical bioimaging.     

3, 3, 3-Trifluoropropyl(methyl)cyclosiloxanes

The influence of the number of 3, 3, 3-trifluoropropyl(methyl)siloxane links (Φ/Φ) in the cyclotetrasiloxanes Φ_mD_4-m, where D represents the dimethylsiloxane link and m=0–4, on the rearrangement of these compounds in acetone solution under the action of sodium siloxanolate has been studied. The rearrangement takes place with the formation of a linear polysiloxane the degradation of which yields, in addition to the initial ring, cyclosiloxanes with a different structure. The rate of rearrangement of Φ_mD_4-m and of the formation of a linear polysiloxane rises with an increase in m from 0 to 3. The equilibrium concentration of the linear polysiloxane formed from Φ_mD_4-m is inversely proportional to m. Results have been obtained on the kinetics of the formation of the cyclosiloxanes Φ_mD_n, where m=0–5, n=0–5, and m+n=3–6, in the rearrangement of the rings ΦD₃, Φ₂D₂, Φ₃D, and Φ₄. The reactivity of the siloxane links rises in the sequence ～ (CH₃)₂Si-O-Si(CH₃)₂ ～<～ (CF₃CH₂CH₂)-(CH₃) Si-O-Si(CH₃)₂ ～<(CF₃CH₂CH₂) (CH₃)Si-O-Si(CH₃) (CH₂CH₂CF₃) ～. Because of the negative inductive effect transferred through the siloxane links, the 3, 3, 3-trifluoropropyl groups strongly activate the siloxane ring with respect to nucleophiiic reagents.     

The Representation of Electrical Conductances for Polyvalent Electrolytes by the Quint-Viallard Conductivity Equation. Part 3. Unsymmetrical 3:1, 1:3, 3:2, 4:1, 1:4, 4:2, 2:4, 1:5 1:6 and 6:1 Type Electrolytes. Dilute Aqueous Solutions of Rare Earth Salts, Various Cyanides and other Salts

Electrical conductivities of dilute aqueous solutions for unsymmetrical electrolytes of the type 3:1, 1:3, 3:2, 4:1, 1:4, 4:2, 2:4, 1:5 1:6 and 6:1 are reexamined in the framework of the Quint-Viallard conductivity equations, in order to obtain a uniform representation of their conductivities. The molar and equivalent limiting conductances were evaluated with ion association constants, which were treated as adjustable parameters. The derived values were compared with corresponding results from the literature. The following electrolytes are considered: rare earth (La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er) halides, perchlorides, nitrates and sulfates; hexamminecobalt and tris-ethylenediaminecobalt halides, perchlorides, nitrates and sulfates; [Ni₂(trien)₃]Cl₄, [Pt(pn)₃]Cl₄, [Co₂(trien)₃]Cl₆; cyanides K₃[Fe(CN)₆], K₃[Co(CN)₆], M₃[W(CN)₈] with M=Na, K, Rb, Cs; Ca₂[Fe(CN)₆], K₄[Fe(CN)₆], K₄[Mo(CN)₈], K₄[W(CN)₈], K₄[Ru(CN)₈], (Me₄N)₄[Fe(CN)₆], (Pr₄N)₄[Fe(CN)₆], K₄[Mo(CN)₈], (Me₄N)₄[Mo(CN)₈], (Et₄N)₄[Mo(CN)₈] and (Pr₄N)₄[Mo(CN)₈]; phosphates Na₄P₂O₇, Na₄P₄O₁₂, Na₅P₃O₁₀, Na₆P₆O₁₈ and (Me₄N)₄P₄O₁₂.     

Uber Fluoropalladate(II): KPdF3, RbPdF3, TIPdF3 und K2PdF4

On Fluoropalladates(II): KPdF₃, RbPdF₃, TIPdF₃, and K₂PdF₄ By heating the binary fluorides in a closed system we obtained RbPdF₃ (a = 4.29₈ Å), TIPdF₃ (a = 4.30₁ Å) of dark brown colour, both cubic, and KPdF₃(orthorombic; a = 5.98₆, b = 6.00₁, c = 8.50₃ Å) of dark brown violet colour which belong to the perovskite type of the GdFeO₃ variation of this type. High pressure investigations on CsPdF₃ show the possibility of a cubic high pressure modification (a = 4.13 Å). The Madelung Part of Lattice Energy (MAPLE) is calculated and discussed.     

Facile Syntheses of pure Uranium(III) Halides: UF3, UCl3, UBr3, and UI3

Herein we describe a convenient lab scale synthesis for pure and solvent‐free binary uranium(III) halides UCl₃, UBr₃, and UI₃. This is achieved by the reduction of the respective uranium(IV) halides with elemental silicon in borosilicate ampoules at moderate temperature. The silicon tetrahalides SiX₄ formed as a side product are utilized for the removal of excess starting material via a chemical vapor transport reaction. The syntheses introduced herein avoid the need for pure metallic uranium and are based on uranium(IV) halides synthesized from UO₂ and the respective aluminum halides and purified by chemical vapor transport. These uranium(III) halides are obtained in single crystalline form. A similar reaction yields UF₃ as a microcrystalline powder. However, no beneficial transport reaction occurs with this halide. Also, a higher temperature has to be applied and steel ampoules have to be used. The identities and purity of the products were checked by powder X‐ray diffraction as well as IR spectroscopy. The synthesis of UI₃ enabled its crystal structure determination on single crystals for the first time. UI₃ crystallizes in the PuBr₃ structure type with space group type Cmcm and a = 4.3208(9), b = 13.923(3), c = 9.923(2) Å, V = 596.9(2) ų, and Z = 4 at T = 100 K.     

Reindarstellung und thermische Stabilität von Calcium-phosphid- und -arsenidiodiden: Ca3PI3, Ca3AsI3, Ca2PI und Ca2AsI

Preparation and Thermal Stability of Calcium Phosphide and Arsenide Iodides: Ca₃PI₃, Ca₃AsI₃, Ca₂PI, and Ca₂AsI Ca₃PI₃ and Ca₃AsI₃ (colourless) as well as Ca₂PI and Ca₂AsI (greenish yellow) were prepared purely by reaction of “Ca₃P₂” and “Ca₃As₂” resp. with CaI₂ in the molar ratios 1:3 and 1:1 resp. in steel ampoules under argon at 800°C and 1 000°C resp. Analytical results, lattice constants, and densities of the compounds are given. They don't possess a homogeneity range. Ca₃PI₃ and Ca₃AsI₃ begin to decompose reversibly at 950 and 1 000°C resp. by forming Ca₂PI and Ca₂AsI resp. and CaI₂. Ca₂PI is yet stable at 1 200°C and Ca₂AsI at 1100°C.     

Thermodynamic properties of calcium titanates: CaTiO3, Ca4Ti3O10, and Ca3Ti2O7

The chemical potentials of CaO in two-phase fields (TiO₂ + CaTiO₃), (CaTiO₃ + Ca₄Ti₃O₁₀), and (Ca₄Ti₃O₁₀ + Ca₃Ti₂O₇) of the pseudo-binary system (CaO + TiO₂) have been measured in the temperature range (900 to 1250) K, relative to pure CaO as the reference state, using solid-state galvanic cells incorporating single crystal CaF₂ as the solid electrolyte. The cells were operated under pure oxygen at ambient pressure. The standard Gibbs free energies of formation of calcium titanates, CaTiO₃, Ca₄Ti₃O₁₀, and Ca₃Ti₂O₇, from their component binary oxides were derived from the reversible e.m.f.s. The results can be summarised by the following equations: CaO(solid) + TiO₂(solid) → CaTiO₃(solid), ΔG° ± 85/(J · mol^?1) = ?80,140 ? 6.302(T/K); 4CaO(solid) + 3TiO₂(solid) → Ca₄Ti₃O₁₀(solid), ΔG° ± 275/(J · mol^?1) = ?243,473 ? 25.758(T/K); 3CaO(solid) + 2TiO₂(solid) → Ca₃Ti₂O₇(solid), ΔG° ± 185/(J · mol^?1) = ?164,217 ? 16.838(T/K).The reference state for solid TiO₂ is the rutile form. The results of this study are in good agreement with thermodynamic data for CaTiO₃ reported in the literature. For Ca₄Ti₃O₁₀ Gibbs free energy of formation obtained in this study differs significantly from that reported by Taylor and Schmalzried at T = 873 K. For Ca₃Ti₂O₇ experimental measurements are not available in the literature for direct comparison with the results obtained in this study. Nevertheless, the standard entropy for Ca₃Ti₂O₇ at T = 298.15 K estimated from the results of this study using the Neumann–Koop rule is in fair agreement with the value obtained from low-temperature heat capacity measurements.     

The System LiSO3CF3/RbSO3CF3: Phase Diagram,Solid State NMR Investigations,and Ionic Conductivity

In the system LiSO₃CF₃/RbSO₃CF₃ four different quasi‐ternary phases occur: Li_0.7Rb_0.3SO₃CF₃, Li_0.55Rb_0.45SO₃CF₃, LiRb₂(SO₃CF₃)₃, and Li_0.2Rb_0.8SO₃CF₃. These have been identified, and characterized by means of X‐ray powder diffractometry and DSC. LiSO₃CF₃ is trimorphic, LiRb₂(SO₃CF₃)₃ is dimorphic and RbSO₃CF₃ exists in four different modifications. The cation dynamics has been studied using ⁷Li‐NMR line shape analysis and ⁷Li‐spin lattice relaxation (T₁) measurements. The pure and mixed trifluoromethylsulfonates in the system LiSO₃CF₃/RbSO₃CF₃ are solid electrolytes. Their ionic conductivities below 475 K increase with the rubidium content. Above this temperature, the conductivity of β‐LiRb₂(SO₃CF₃)₃ exceeds the one of δ‐RbSO₃CF₃.     

On the existence of SH3, SeH3, and TeH3: Discrepancies between all-electron and pseudopotential calculations

Ab initio calculations using both pseudopotential and double and triple-ζ all-electron basis sets, with and without electron correlation (MP2, QCISD), have been performed on the λ⁴-sulfanyl (SH₃), λ⁴-selanyl (SeH₃), and λ⁴-tellanyl (TeH₃) radicals. All-electron basis sets of double-ζ quality predict that SH₃ and SeH₃ correspond to transition states on their respective potential energy surfaces. In contrast, the pseudopotentials of Hay and Wadt predict that SH₃ and SeH₃ correspond to local minima at the QCISD level of theory while the pseudopotentials of Christiansen and Stevens predict transition states. By comparison, TeH₃ proved to be a local minimum at all levels of theory. Interestingly, when a very large (triple-ζ) all-electron basis set was used, SH₃ proved to be a transition state; however, in this instance the potential energy surface was found to be much flatter than in the case for which a double-ζ basis set was used, suggesting that further improvements in the basis set may lead to a local minimum. Further improvements in the all-electron selenium basis also led to a local minimum for SeH₃ at the QCISD level of theory. © 1995 by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.     

Syntheses and Crystal Structures of BaAgTbS3, BaCuGdTe3, BaCuTbTe3, BaAgTbTe3, and CsAgUTe3

Five new quaternary chalcogenides of the 1113 family, namely BaAgTbS₃, BaCuGdTe₃, BaCuTbTe₃, BaAgTbTe₃, and CsAgUTe₃, were synthesized by the reactions of the elements at 1173–1273 K. For CsAgUTe₃ CsCl flux was used. Their crystal structures were determined by single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction studies. The sulfide BaAgTbS₃ crystallizes in the BaAgErS₃ structure type in the monoclinic space group C³,_2h‐C2/m, whereas the tellurides BaCuGdTe₃, BaCuTbTe₃, BaAgTbTe₃, and CsAgUTe₃ crystallize in the KCuZrS₃ structure type in the orthorhombic space group D¹_,2⁷_,h‐Cmcm. The BaAgTbS₃ structure consists of edge‐sharing [TbS₆^9–] octahedra and [AgS₅^9–] trigonal pyramids. The connectivity of these polyhedra creates channels that are occupied by Ba atoms. The telluride structure features ²_∞[MLnTe₃^2–] layers for BaCuGdTe₃, BaCuTbTe₃, BaAgTbTe₃, and ²_∞[AgUTe₃^1–] layers for CsAgUTe₃. These layers comprise [MTe₄] tetrahedra and [LnTe₆] or [UTe₆] octahedra. Ba or Cs atoms separate these layers. As there are no short Q ··· Q (Q = S or Te) interactions these compounds achieve charge balance as Ba²⁺M⁺Ln³⁺(Q^2–)₃ (Q = S and Te) and Cs⁺Ag⁺U⁴⁺(Te^2–)₃.     

Die Akzeptoreigenschaften von AsCl3, AsBr3, asJ3, SbCl3, SbBr3 und SbJ3

Zusammenfassung Es wurden die Enthalpien der Reaktionen von AsCl₃, AsBr₃, AsJ₃, SbCl₃, SbBr₃ und SbJ₃ mit Tributylphosphat, N,N-Dimethylacetamid und Hexamethylphosphorsäuretriamid bestimmt. Das Verhalten der Addukte bei Gegenwart eines Überschusses der Donoren wird beschrieben.

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Acceptor properties of AsCl₃, AsBr₃, AsI₃, SbCl₃, SbBr₃, and SbI₃

The enthalpies of the reactions of AsCl₃, AsBr₃, AsI₃, SbCl₃, SbBr₃ and SbI₃ with tributylphosphate, N,N-dimethylacetamide and hexamethylphosphoric acid triamide were measured. The behavior of the adducts in the presence of excess donor molecules is described.

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Hg2(CH3SO3)2: Synthese,Kristallstruktur, thermisches Verhalten und Schwingungsspektroskopie

Hg₂(CH₃SO₃)₂: Synthesis, Crystal Structure, Thermal Behavior, and Vibrational Spectroscopy Colorless single crystals of Hg₂(CH₃SO₃)₂ are formed in the reaction of HgO, Hg, and HSO₃CH₃. In the monoclinic compound (I2/a, Z = 4, a=883.2(2), b=854.0(2), c=1188.9(2) pm, β = 92.55(2)°, R_all=0.0445) the Hg₂²⁺ ion is coordinated by two monodentate CH₃SO₃^— anions. Further contacts Hg‐O occur in the range from 262 to 276 pm and lead to a linkage of the [Hg₂(CH₃SO₃)₂] units. The thermal analysis shows that Hg₂(CH₃SO₃)₂ decomposes at 300° yielding elemental mercury. The mass numbers of the species evolved lead to the assumtion that SO₃, SO₂, CO₂, CO and H₂CO are formed during the reaction. In the IR and the Raman spectrum the typical vibrations of the CH₃SO₃^— ion are observed, the Raman spectrum shows the Hg‐Hg stretching vibration at 177 cm^—1 within the Hg₂²⁺ ion additionally.     

Tetraazadibora[3, 3]paracyclophane

Starting from the para‐phenylenediamine derivative HN(SiMe₃)‐C₆H₄‐NH(SiMe₃), a lithiation and subsequent borylation give [(MeO)₂B]N(SiMe₃)‐C₆H₄‐N(SiMe₃)[B(OMe)₂] ( 1 ), the hydridation of which yields Li₂[(H₃B)N(SiMe₃)‐C₆H₄‐N(SiMe₃)(BH₃)] ( 2 ). Applying ZrCl₄ upon 2 initiates a condensation to give the title compound [‐N(SiMe₃)‐p‐C₆H₄‐N(SiMe₃)‐BH‐]₂, a hetero[3, 3]paracyclophane with two N‐B‐N chains that connect the para‐phenylene units. The product 3 crystallizes in the orthorhombic space group P2₁2₁2₁.     

Vibrational relaxation and dissociation in the perfluoromethyl halides,CF3Cl,CF3Br,andCF3I

The processes of vibrational relaxation and unimolecular dissociation of the perfluoromethyl halides CF₃Cl, CF₃Br, and CF₃I have been studied in the shock tube with the laser-schlieren technique. Vibrational relaxation was resolved in pure CF₃Cl and CF₃Br (400–484 K and 400–500 K, respectively), and in the mixtures; 2% CF₃Cl/Kr (500–1000 K), 10% CF₃Cl/Kr (440–670 K), 4% CF₃Br/Kr (450–850 K), and 2% CF₃I/Kr (620–860 K). Relaxation in the pure gases is extremely rapid, but shows a well-resolved, accurately exponential decay which provides very precise relaxation times in close agreement with ultrasonic results. Relaxation times as short as 0.1 μs-atm can be resolved, showing the method has a resolution within a factor 2–3 of the best ultrasonic methods. Relaxation dilute in rare gas shows a complex double exponential behavior consistent with a two-stage series process. Rates of CF₃(SINGLEBOND)X fission in these mixtures were measured over 1800–3000 K, P<0.55 atm, for CF₃Cl; 1600–2500 K, P<0.55 atm, in CF₃Br; and 1260–2100 K, P<0.34 atm, in CF₃I. Rates for dissociation were derived from a full profile modeling using a secondary mechanism of six CF₃ reactions. RRKM analysis showed all dissociations to lie near the low pressure limit. Using literature barriers, these rates are best fit with (ΔE)_all=−270 cm⁻¹ for CF₃Cl, 〈ΔE〉_down=0.3 T for CF₃Br, and 〈ΔE〉_down=800 cm⁻¹ for CF₃F. All these transfers are on the large side, similar to those found in other halogenated methanes. © 1997 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.     

A theoretical approach to substituent effects: Interaction between directly bonded groups in the isoelectronic series XNH3+, XCH3, and XBH3−

Ab initio molecular orbital theory including full geometry optimization at the 4-31G level is used to examine the interactions between substitutents X(X = Li, BeH, BH₂, CH₃, NH₂, OH and F) and substrates Y(Y = NH₃⁺, CH₃, BH₃^?) in the isoelectronic series XNH₃⁺, XCH₃ and XBH₃^?. The results indicate that the interaction energies are dominated by σ-effects. NH₃⁺ is found to interact favorably with the σ-donors (e.g. Li, BeH and BH₂) and unfavorably with the σ-acceptors (e.g. F, OH, NH₂). The reverse pattern a observed for XBH₃^?. The range of interaction energies for XCH₃ is considerably smaller than for XNH₃⁺ and XBH₃^?.     

3, 3, 3-Trifluoropropyl(methyl)cyclosiloxanes

The influence of the number of 3, 3, 3-trifluoropropyl(methyl)siloxane links (/) in the cyclotetrasiloxanes _mD_4-m, where D represents the dimethylsiloxane link and m=0–4, on the rearrangement of these compounds in acetone solution under the action of sodium siloxanolate has been studied. The rearrangement takes place with the formation of a linear polysiloxane the degradation of which yields, in addition to the initial ring, cyclosiloxanes with a different structure. The rate of rearrangement of _mD_4-m and of the formation of a linear polysiloxane rises with an increase in m from 0 to 3. The equilibrium concentration of the linear polysiloxane formed from _mD_4-m is inversely proportional to m. Results have been obtained on the kinetics of the formation of the cyclosiloxanes _mD_n, where m=0–5, n=0–5, and m+n=3–6, in the rearrangement of the rings D₃, ₂D₂, ₃D, and ₄. The reactivity of the siloxane links rises in the sequence (CH₃)₂Si-O-Si(CH₃)₂ < (CF₃CH₂CH₂)-(CH₃) Si-O-Si(CH₃)₂ <(CF₃CH₂CH₂) (CH₃)Si-O-Si(CH₃) (CH₂CH₂CF₃) . Because of the negative inductive effect transferred through the siloxane links, the 3, 3, 3-trifluoropropyl groups strongly activate the siloxane ring with respect to nucleophiiic reagents.For part I, see [3].     

3, 3, 3-Trifluoropropyl(methyl)cyclosiloxanes

The catalytic rearrangement of the cyclopentasiloxanes Φ_mD_5-m, where Φ represents a 3, 3, 3-trifluoropropyl(methyl)siloxane link and D a dimethylsiloxane link, and m=2–5 has been studied by the method described previously [1]. The rate of rearrangement and the rate of formation of a linear polysiloxane rise with an increase in m from 2 to 4. The equilibrium concentration of the linear polysiloxane formed from Φ_mD_5-m and from Φ_mD_4-m (m=0–4) [1] is inversely proportional to the molar fraction of Φ links in the ring and rises with an increase in the total concentration of siloxane links in solution. Results have been obtained on the kinetics of the formation of the cyclosiloxanes Φ_mD_n (where m=0–5, n=0–5, and m+n=3-6) during the rearrangement of the cyclopentasiloxanes Φ_mD_5-m. It has been established that at equilibrium a mixture of cyclosiloxanes Φ_mD_n containing practically constant ratios of tetramers, pentamers, and hexamers (m+n=4, 5, and 6) is obtained, regardless of the composition and structure of the initial cyclosiloxane and of the conditions of rearrangement (polymerization). The cyclopentasiloxanes Φ_mD_5-m are less active in the process of rearrangement than the cyclotetrasiloxanes Φ_mD_4-m. The activity of the cyclosiloxanes in rearrangement in the presence of a base rises in the sequence D₄?ΦD₃ ≈ Φ₂D₃<Φ₃D₂<Φ₄D < Φ₂D₂ < Φ₃D.