I am synthesizing Ru(II)(Bipy)2Cl2 by the follwing way: adding Ru(III)Cl3, LiCl and bipyridine to DMF and then refluxing for 8 hours (under N2). I do not understand why LiCL should be added. It maight be a catalyst, but how does it work? What is the mechanism?
Waiting for your help