18 Electron Rule: Examples
Co(CO)x what is the most stable complex?
Co(0) d9 so with 4 CO ligands is 17 electrons
Co-Co bond gives 18 electron configuration
thus Co2(CO)8
Cp2Fe: Fe(II) d6
Cp-6-electron donors
thus 6 + 2(6) = 18
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