The theme of the presentation concerns the often subtle effects of dispersion forces on the structure, stability, and reactivity of main group and transition metal compounds. Examples of the effects of dispersion forces on the structures of low-valent group 14 species and on the structure and reactivity of boranes will be outlined. In addition, the apparent influence of dispersion forces on the stability of low-coordinate transition metal complexes will be discussed. The main conclusion of the work is that the consideration of dispersion forces is necessary in discussions of the structure and reactivity of complexes substituted by bulky groups.

Low-coordination numbers, unusual bonding, and dispersion force effects

251st National Meeting (2016)

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