Poly[diaqua­(μ4-benzene-1,2,4,5-tetra­carboxyl­ato)[μ2-1,4-bis­(3-pyridyl­meth­yl)piperazine]dizinc(II)] [Zn2(C10H2O8)(C16H20N4)(H2O)2]
2011

Zinc Coordination Polymer with 3-bpmp and Pyromellitate

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhang Hui-Feng, Li Yan, Zhao Wen-Xiu, Zhao Liang-Zhong, Zhang Duo

Primary Institution: College of Life Science, Jilin University

Hypothesis

The study investigates the structure of a coordination polymer formed by zinc, 3-bpmp, and pyromellitate ligands.

Conclusion

The title compound forms a three-dimensional framework through coordination of zinc ions with organic ligands.

Supporting Evidence

  • The zinc atom is coordinated in a distorted tetrahedral environment.
  • Each zinc atom links to three organic ligands.
  • The structure features hydrogen bonding between carboxylate groups and water molecules.

Takeaway

This study looks at how zinc connects with certain molecules to form a stable structure, kind of like building blocks fitting together.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized using zinc nitrate, pyromellitic acid, and 3-bpmp under specific temperature and pressure conditions.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811018721

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