SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERIZATION AND CRYSTAL STRUCTURE OF BIS [1-METHOXY-2, 2, 2-TRIS-(PYRAZOL-1-YLΚN2) ETHANE]-COBALT (II) BIS-PERCHLORATE

Abstract

Modern inorganic chemistry research is predominantly centered around the extensive field of coordination chemistry, with a particular focus on transition metals. Transition metals, characterized by their incomplete d or f subshells in their elemental or ionic states, play a crucial role in shaping the landscape of coordination chemistry research (Huheey et al., 1993). This study explores the unique attributes of transition metals, emphasizing their multiple valence states and the resulting dominance of complex formations in their chemistry. In the context of the periodic table, transition metals within the same period exhibit gradual changes in atomic and ionic radii, along with ionization potentials. These incremental variations contribute to the distinctive characteristics of transition metals and influence their behavior in chemical reactions. Notably, the prevalence of multiple valence states further accentuates the propensity of transition metals to form intricate coordination complexes. The chemistry of transition elements is exemplified by the vivid and paramagnetic coordination complexes they often produce. The incorporation of these transition metal complexes is not only aesthetically significant, given their colorful nature, but also holds practical implications. A substantial number of these complexes serve as effective catalysts, playing a pivotal role in contemporary applied chemistry. This research delves into the fundamental principles governing the chemistry of transition metals, shedding light on their contributions to coordination chemistry and their widespread applications in catalysis. The study aims to deepen our understanding of the unique features of transition metals, emphasizing their significance in both theoretical and practical aspects of inorganic chemistry.