@RS_Chemist@LatinXChem For Ir, the density is mainly distributed in BHQ, indicating a less electrophilic nature compared to Rh. Regarding the condensed Fukui, in both, the metal centers exhibit both electrophilic and nucleophilic, with a stronger emphasis on electrophilic behavior in Rh and in the β
@RS_Chemist@LatinXChem We calculated Fukui indices, dual Fukui, and condensed Fukui functions using the Hirshfeld charge scheme (Tables 1 and 2). For both α and β, the f(+) shows a difference in electron density between Rh and Ir.
@RS_Chemist@LatinXChem Additionally, the HOMO for both clusters (Rh and Ir) in the β phase is distributed over the non-bridging chlorines, increasing their nucleophilicity (Fig. 3, FMO).
@RS_Chemist@LatinXChem Hi Rocio! Thanks for your question.
In the β phase, the LUMO of the Rh are concentrated in the metal dimer and BHQ, showing electrophilic behavior. In contrast, in the α, the LUMO is strictly localized in BHQ, reducing its reactivity.
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