cis-Bis[N′-(4-bromobenzoyl)-N,N-dimethylthioureato-κ2O,S]copper(II) [Cu(C10H10BrN2OS)2]
2011
Copper Complex with Thiourea Derivative
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Binzet Gün, Flörke Ulrich, Külcü Nevzat, Arslan Hakan
Primary Institution: Mersin University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and characterization of a copper(II) complex with a thiourea derivative.
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the copper(II) complex shows a slightly distorted square-planar coordination with cis sulfur atoms.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound contains two independent complex molecules with similar structures.
- The copper atom is coordinated by two sulfur and two oxygen atoms.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by weak hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
The researchers made a new copper compound using a special chemical called thiourea, and they found that it has a unique shape.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized through a series of chemical reactions involving 4-bromobenzoyl chloride and potassium thiocyanate, followed by purification.
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