Question

Predict whether the following molecules are isostructural or not. Justify your answer
(i) $N{Me}_3$ (ii) $N{\left(Si{Me}_3\right)}_3$

Answer 1

i) R.E.F image

{No back bonding since no empty orbital in carbon}

ii) R.E.F image

{Planar due to back-bonding from N: to 3d - of si}