10.1039/c3dt51497h
The study focuses on the formation and structural characterization of a five-membered zirconacycloallenoid, a type of metallocene complex, through the reaction of a conjugated enyne with in situ generated zirconocene. The resulting compound was thoroughly analyzed using X-ray diffraction, revealing its unique structure and bonding characteristics. The research also explored the compound's reactivity, demonstrating its distinct behavior in reactions with additional zirconocene and acetonitrile, leading to the formation of different complexes. This work not only provides detailed insights into the structure and properties of metallacycloallenoid complexes but also uncovers new chemical reactions and potential applications in organometallic chemistry.