Chromogenic detection of Sarin by discolouring decomplexation of a metal coordination complex

Chem Commun (Camb). 2013 Oct 11;49(79):8946-8. doi: 10.1039/c3cc45029e.

Abstract

An innovative chromogenic sensing concept based on decomplexation of a tris-(bipyridine)iron(II) coordination complex has been developed for the detection of organophosphorus nerve agents. It was evaluated both on a simulant and real Sarin in vapour and liquid phases.

MeSH terms

  • 2,2'-Dipyridyl / chemistry
  • Chemical Warfare Agents / analysis*
  • Colorimetry*
  • Coordination Complexes / chemistry*
  • Ferrous Compounds / chemistry*
  • Gases / chemistry
  • Organophosphorus Compounds / analysis
  • Sarin / analysis*

Substances

  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Coordination Complexes
  • Ferrous Compounds
  • Gases
  • Organophosphorus Compounds
  • 2,2'-Dipyridyl
  • Sarin