The synthesis of ruthenium(II) complexes with 2,2'-bipyridine and 1,10-phen
anthroline as ligands is described. These ligands were prepared using react
ions of our new and simple 'LEGO' System. 'LEGO' system reactions which are
possible with the free, uncoordinated ligands also apply to coordinated li
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