Abstract
A bidentate phthalaldehyde ligand with both σ and π coordination of the aldehyde groups is found in [(C5 Me5 )Co{(C(O)H)2 C6 H4 }] (structure depicted). This complex is the "resting state" of the catalyst in the ring closure of the dialdehyde to give the lactone. Interchange of coordination modes occurs with a barrier of 70 kJ mol-1 at 35°C. Investigation of other CoI chelate complexes with a single aldehyde group shows that the coordination mode of the aldehyde is dictated by the nature of the bonding of the other ligating group.
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