2,2′-[4,10-Bis(carboxymethyl)-4,10-diaza-1,7-diazoniacyclododecane-1,7-diyl]diacetate dihydrate
2011
Study of a New Organic Compound with Coordination Properties
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Szalay Paul S., Zeller Matthias, Hunter Allen D.
Primary Institution: Muskingum University
Hypothesis
The title compound can serve as a potential building block for coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks.
Conclusion
The study reveals that the compound has a unique structure that allows for multiple coordination modes with metal ions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound exhibits twofold crystallographic symmetry.
- The molecule is a double zwitterion with positive and negative charges.
- Hydrogen bonding interactions are significant in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at a special molecule that can help make new materials by connecting with metals in different ways.
Methodology
The compound was crystallized from a saturated DMSO solution and analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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