Solvatochromism of Non-Polar Complexes
Abstract
The Solvatochromism of various, formally non-polar, complexes is analysed using the McRae equation. The solvatochromism of the dinuclear species, M(CO)42(ppm). (Molybdenum, Tungsten; bpm = 2,2'bipyrimidine) is found to result from the individual dipoles of each half of the molecule interacting with the solvent. This is contrary to previously published explanations. The solvatochromism of non-polar Ru(DTBSq)3 (DTBSq = 3,5-di-t-butylseniquinone) is also found, unexpectedly, to correlate with the polar terms of McRae's equation. Possible reasons for this are discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 20, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA214040
Entities
People
- Alfred Beverley Philip Lever
- Elaine S. Dodsworth
Organizations
- University of York