Metal-Organic Papers
2011
Zinc(II) Complex with Schiff Base Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lin Hong, Wang Xiao-Juan
Primary Institution: Jinhua Professional–Technical College
Conclusion
The study presents a zinc(II) complex that is stabilized by hydrogen bonds and has a unique one-dimensional chain structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc(II) atom is coordinated by two O atoms and three N atoms from two different Schiff base ligands.
- Hydrogen bonds between the lattice water molecules and the Schiff base ligands stabilize the structure.
- The compound exhibits a distorted trigonal bipyramidal coordination environment.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special zinc compound that has a unique shape and is held together by tiny connections called hydrogen bonds.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing specific chemicals and allowing them to crystallize over a week.
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