Unsymmetrical coordinated Ag(I)–olefin complex based on exo-7-oxabicyclo-[2.2.1]-5-heptene-2,3-dicarboxylate: Synthesis, structure and electrocatalytical property

A silver(I)–olefin complex based on achiral exo-7-oxabicyclo-[2.2.1]-5-heptene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid (H2L) shows a 3-connected layer with {4.82}-fes topology, in which unsymmetrical coordinated HL possesses chiral centers. The complex exhibits electrocatalytic activity for generating hydrogen from water.

Graphical abstractA silver(I)–olefin complex based on achiral exo-7-oxabicyclo-[2.2.1]-5-heptene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid (H2L) shows a 3-connected layer with {4.82}-fes topology, in which unsymmetrical coordinated HL possesses chiral centers. The complex exhibits electrocatalytic activity for generating hydrogen from water.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► A Ag(I)–olefin complex based on achiral H2L was synthesized. ► It shows a 3-connected layer with {4.82}-fes topology. ► Unsymmetrical coordinated HL possesses chiral centers. ► The complex exhibits electrocatalytic activity for generating H2 from H2O.