Compound Q&A
How is Tris(2,2-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II) Chloridehexahydrate (CAS: 50525-27-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
Tris(2,2-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II) Chloridehexahydrate is synthesized by reacting ruthenium(II) chloride with 2,2-bipyridine in the presence of a base. The reaction typically involves a multi-step process where the bipyridine ligands are sequentially introduced to the ruthenium center, followed by chloride coordination and hydration to form the hexahydrate. The yield and purity depend on the reaction conditions and purification methods.
About
CAS No
50525-27-4
English Name
Tris(2,2-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II) Chloridehexahydrate
Molecular Formula
C30H36Cl2N6O6Ru
Molecular Weight
748.6 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=NC(=C1)C2=CC=CC=N2.C1=CC=NC(=C1)C2=CC=CC=N2.C1=CC=NC(=C1)C2=CC=CC=N2.O.O.O.O.O.O.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Ru+2]
InChIKey
WHELTKFSBJNBMQ-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-09-05 20:45
