We want to prepare complexes with variable valence metals (Cu(I/II), Fe(II)/III), Mn(II/III,IV, etc.) and oxidizable/non-oxidizable ligands together with oxidizing anions (MnO4, CrO4) to initiate redox reactions between the central atom and the anion during ligand loss to study the competition between the oxidation of the central atom and oxidizable ligands.
One important thing to remember is that, in forming stable metal complexes with unusual oxidation states, the ligands should have potentials to form sigma bond with the metals. secondly, the ligand should be able to accept pi electrons from the metals. in this way you may be able to form complexes of these metals even in their low oxidation states. Find attached detail information which may be of help to you. Good luck.
One important thing to remember is that, in forming stable metal complexes with unusual oxidation states, the ligands should have potentials to form sigma bond with the metals. secondly, the ligand should be able to accept pi electrons from the metals. in this way you may be able to form complexes of these metals even in their low oxidation states. Find attached detail information which may be of help to you. Good luck.
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