[μ-1,6-Bis(diphenylarsanyl)hexane]bis[chloridogold(I)] [Au2Cl2(C30H32As2)]
2011
Crystal Structure of a Gold Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Shawkataly Omar bin, Tariq Abu, Khan Imthyaz Ahmad, Yeap Chin Sing, Fun Hoong-Kun
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a gold complex with specific coordination geometry and intermolecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The gold complex was synthesized using a conventional method.
- The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
- The study found that the gold atoms are coordinated in a linear geometry.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special gold compound to see how its atoms are arranged. They found that the atoms are lined up in a neat way, which helps us understand how this compound might be used.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.
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