Abstract
A series of metal complexes was synthesized using a simple thiourea derivative. The prepared complexes were characterized using different techniques (FTIR, ESR, X-ray diffraction [XRD], TG/DTA, and TEM). The FTIR spectrum of the ligand shows the presence of its tautomer forms (keto-enol). The ligand coordinates as a neutral bidentate in the Pt(IV), Pd(II), and Pt(II) complexes. In the case of Co(II) and Ni(II) complexes, the ligand is mono-negative bidentate. The proposed complexes are four to six coordinate. The geometries are proposed based on electronic spectral data and magnetic measurements and were verified using other tools. The XRD patterns reflect the nanocrystalline structures except for the Cu(II) complex, which is amorphous. The TEM images for platinum complexes show nanosize particles and homogeneous metal ion distribution on the complex surface. The EPR spectrum of Cu(II) complex verified the octahedral geometry of the complex. Molecular modeling was performed to assign the structural formula proposed for the ligand based on the characterization results.
Transmission electron micrographs of the Pt(IV) complex; inset shows the magnified image.