Bis(N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium) bis(1,4-tetraselenido-κ2Se1,Se4)cadmate (C5H14N)2[Cd(Se4)2]
2011
New Cadmium-Selenium Compound with Alkylammonium
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kim Jaemyeong, Kim Kang-Woo
Primary Institution: University of Incheon
Hypothesis
The study investigates the structure of a new cadmium-selenium compound stabilized by alkylammonium counter-ions.
Conclusion
The compound (EtMe3N)2[Cd(Se4)2] is the first example of an alkylammonium salt of the [Cd(Se4)2]2- anion.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound is the first alkylammonium salt of the [Cd(Se4)2]2- anion.
- The structure features a tetrahedral coordination of the cadmium atom by two chelating tetraselenide ligands.
- The compound was synthesized with a yield of 65% based on the cadmium iodide used.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new type of cadmium-selenium compound that includes special ammonium ions, which could be useful for making new materials.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting CdI2, K2Se4, and EtMe3NI in dimethylformamide under an inert atmosphere.
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