Mechanistic studies of reactions of coordination compounds. Some recent highlights

Abstract

Detailed kinetics studies of reactions of coordination compounds in solution have been invaluable in determining the relevant reaction mechanisms. A selection of reports that highlights very recent progress in mechanistic investigations of coordination chemistry is presented. The methods and techniques employed in pursuit of these mechanistic goals are referred to mostly through the latest authoritative reports. Reactions chosen for inclusion are classified according to the comprehensive table of contents. In summary, solvent exchange, ligand substitution, redox reactions, some reactions of nitric oxide and a few other reactions, whose mechanisms have been scrutinised, are covered.

Keywords:

• Coordination chemistry reactions
• Kinetics; Mechanisms
• Activation parameters
• Volume profiles

Acknowledgements

The authors gratefully acknowledge the dedication of their colleagues, coworkers and collaborators who have participated in the research projects reported in this article. Naturally the contributions reported herein from other groups in the wider coordination chemistry mechanisms community are also acknowledged. Financial support for our work came from the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, Fonds der Chemischen Industrie, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and DAAD.