2-Ethyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium hemioxalate oxalic acid monohydrate
2011
Structure of 2-Ethyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium Hemioxalate Oxalic Acid Monohydrate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhu Run-Qiang
Primary Institution: Ordered Matter Science Research Center, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
Conclusion
The title compound exhibits a tightly bound three-dimensional structure defined by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound's structure is defined by hydrogen bonds between cations, anions, and water molecules.
- The C atoms of the ethyl group in the imidazolium cation are disordered over two positions.
- The study utilized X-ray diffraction analysis to define the structure of the compound.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special compound made of different molecules that stick together in a strong way, forming a unique structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing 2-ethyl imidazole and oxalic acid in water and isolating the resulting colorless crystals.
Limitations
The dielectric properties of the compound did not show significant changes from 80 K to 298 K.
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