Poly[[hexa­aqua­bis­(μ3-benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxyl­ato-κ3O1:O3:O5)bis­(5,5′-dimethyl-2,2′-bipyridine-κ2N,N′)trizinc] hexa­hydrate] [Zn3(C9H3O6)2(C12H12N2)2(H2O)6]·6H2O
2011

Study of a Zinc Complex with Benzene-1,3,5-Tricarboxylic Acid

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Shan Wen-Wen, Xiong Han-Lin, Mei Chong-Zhen

Primary Institution: North China University of Water Conservancy and Electric Power

Hypothesis

The study aims to explore the influence of multicarboxylates and N-donor ligands on the properties and construction of coordination compounds.

Conclusion

The synthesized zinc complex exhibits a one-dimensional ladder structure and forms a three-dimensional supramolecular structure through hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound features a one-dimensional ladder structure.
  • Hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions contribute to the three-dimensional structure.
  • The synthesis yielded colorless block crystals in 72% yield based on zinc.

Takeaway

The researchers made a special zinc compound that has a unique structure, which could be useful for making new materials.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized hydrothermally using a mixture of specific reagents at high temperature.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811022173

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