Heterometallic uranium/molybdenum nitride synthesis via partial N-atom transfer†
Abstract
The reaction of a terminal Mo(II) nitride with a U(III) complex yields a heterodimetallic U–Mo nitride which is the first example of a transition metal-capped uranium nitride. The nitride is triply bonded to U(V) and singly bonded to Mo(0) and supports a U–Mo interaction. This compound shows reactivity toward CO oxidation.