Abstract
Merrifield resin was treated with 4,4′-bipyridine and 2,4′-bipyridine, respectively, to give photochromic materials. On exposure to light, reversible color changes are observable. These resins also serve as indicators because reversible color changes are observable on addition of bases, which deprotonate the benzylic position of the N-benzylpyridinium salts to ylides. These can be detected spectroscopically and by trapping reactions on monomeric model compounds. EPR and HYSCORE measurements in combination with DFT calculations prove that radical species are formed in either case. Evidence is found that the carbanionic centers of the ylide partial structures serve as electron donators in these reversible color changes, thus setting them apart from known photochromic materials.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
