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Theoretical chemistry of gold.
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The theoretical interpretation of the aurophilic attraction is discussed in detail and a large body of appropriate calculations now exist and their main conclusions are summarized.Abstract:
Gold is an element whose unique properties are strongly influenced by relativistic effects. A large body of appropriate calculations now exist and their main conclusions are summarized. The theoretical interpretation of the aurophilic attraction is discussed in detail.read more
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