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The pH dependence of the redox chemistry of [R~(dmphen),(H,O)]~+ has been measured (dmphen = 2,9dimethyl-1,lO-phenanthroline). Comparison of the results with those for similar complexes illustrates the unique acidity of the co-ordinated waters and the large oxidizing strength of the ruthenium. The reaction of [R~(dmphen),(H,O),]~+ with H,O, has been studied as a function of pH and the results are used to provide a mechanism for the catalysis of alkane oxidation by this complex.