Heterotrimetallic complexes in molecular magnetism

This paper reviews the most representative examples of heterometallic complexes containing three different paramagnetic metal ions, focusing on their magnetic properties. These compounds show a rich structural variety, ranging from discrete species to coordination polymers of various dimensionalities. The general synthetic strategies leading to heterotrimetallic complexes are discussed and illustrated. The most representative examples of coordination compounds containing three different paramagnetic metal ions are reviewed, with a special emphasis on their magnetic properties.