Other Reactions of RhCl(PPh3)3
RhCl(PPh3)3 reacts with CO to give trans-RhCl(CO)(PPh3)2, which is structurally analogous to Vaska's complex (but much less reactive). The same complex arises from the decarbonylation of aldehydes:
- RhCl(PPh3)3 + RCHO → RhCl(CO)(PPh3)2 + RH + PPh3
Upon stirring in benzene solution, RhCl(PPh3)3 converts to the poorly soluble red-colored species Rh2Cl2(PPh3)4. This conversion further demonstrates the lability of the triphenylphosphine ligands.
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