Aqua{6,6′-dimethoxy-2,2′-[ethane-1,2-diylbis(nitrilomethylidyne)]diphenolato-κ4 O,N,N′,O′}(formato-κO)manganese(III) dihydrate [Mn(C18H18N2O4)(CHO2)(H2O)]·2H2O
2011
Study of a Manganese(III) Complex with a Schiff Base Ligand
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lee See Mun, Lo Kong Mun, Ng Seik Weng
Primary Institution: University of Malaya
Conclusion
The study reveals the formation of a three-dimensional network in the manganese(III) complex due to hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The manganese(III) atom is chelated by a Schiff base ligand.
- Two metal-bearing molecules are linked by hydrogen bonds.
- Adjacent dinuclear units form a three-dimensional network.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special manganese compound that forms a strong structure with water molecules, making it stable and interesting for further study.
Methodology
The manganese(III) complex was synthesized and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
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