Abstract
A new bis(terpyridine) derivative with a phenylacetylene framework was synthesized via a stepwise terpyridine construction strategy. The addition of ZnCl2 to a solution of the bis(terpyridine) in chloroform resulted in UV/vis and 1H NMR spectral changes because of complex formation.
GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
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Notes
Dedicated to Prof. Renji Okazaki on the occasion of his 77th birthday.