Ethane-1,2-diaminium dipicrate dihydrate
2011
Crystal Structure of Ethane-1,2-diaminium Dipicrate Dihydrate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Jasinski Jerry P., Butcher Ray J., Hakim Al-arique Q. N. M., Yathirajan H. S., Narayana B.
Primary Institution: Keene State College
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a new picrate compound, revealing its unique three-dimensional supermolecular structure influenced by hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure includes a complete picrate anion and half an ethylenediammonium dication.
- Hydrogen bonds create cyclic patterns in the crystal structure.
- The crystal packing is influenced by intermolecular interactions between symmetry-related molecules.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new crystal and found that it has a special shape because of how its parts stick together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing ethylenediamine dihydrochloride and picric acid in water, followed by crystallization from ethanol.
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