The reduction of ruthenium (III) hexaammine by hydrogen atoms and monovalent zinc, cadmium, and nickel ions in aqueous solutions

G. Navon, D. Meyerstein

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Abstract

The specific rates of reaction of H atoms, Zn+, Cd+, and Ni+ with Ru(NH3)63+ were determined. The mechanism of reduction of hexaammine complexes by hydrogen atoms is discussed. It is suggested that hydrogen atoms might penetrate the ligand sphere and form a seven coordinated transition state. The redox potentials of the Zn+/Zn2+ and Cd+/Cd2+ couples are estimated as being equal to 2.0 ± 0.4 and 1.8 ± 0.4 V, respectively.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)4067-4070
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Physical Chemistry
Volume74
Issue number23
DOIs
StatePublished - 1970
Externally publishedYes

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