Chemistry of Complexes of Group 14 Elements Based on Redox-Active Ligands of the o-Iminoquinone Type

Abstract

Specific features of the synthesis and structures of the complexes of Group 14 elements (Si, Ge, Sn, Pb) with o-iminoquinone ligands are discussed. The chemical reactions of the above indicated compounds accompanied by the transformation of the redox-active ligand in the coordination sphere of the complex- forming agent are considered.