4-tert-Butyl­pyridinium triiodide–4-tert-butyl­pyridine (1/1) C9H14N+·I3−·C9H13N
2011

Structure of 4-tert-Butylpyridinium Triiodide

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): He Hongshan, Sykes Andrew G.

Primary Institution: South Dakota State University

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of 4-tert-butylpyridinium triiodide, revealing its unique geometric properties.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound consists of monoprotonated 4-tert-butylpyridinium cations and triiodide anions.
  • The triiodide ion has near-symmetric linear geometry.
  • The butyl group on the pyridine ring is disordered and modeled in three separate positions.

Takeaway

This study shows what a specific chemical compound looks like at the atomic level, helping us understand how it might be used in solar cells.

Methodology

The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811001371

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