Abstract
The syntheses and the characterization of two 17-atom endohedral Ge clusters, [Co2@Ge17]6−(1a) and [Ni2@Ge17]4−(2a), are reported. The anions1aand2a, which close the gap between the known 16- and 18-atom Ge clusters, are investigated by single crystal X-ray diffraction and by quantum chemical calculations. The structures mark a new example on the pathway for cluster growth towards larger clusters with icosahedral symmetry. Furthermore, the [Co@Ge10]3−anion (3a) is obtained from liquid ammonia.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 13671-13675 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Dalton Transactions |
Volume | 50 |
Issue number | 39 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 21 Oct 2021 |