Tetrakis(μ2-2-methyl-3,5-dinitrobenzoato-κ2O1:O1′)bis[aquacopper(II)] tetrahydrate [Cu2(C8H5N2O6)4(H2O)2]·4H2O
2011
Crystal Structure of a Copper Complex
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Danish Muhammad, Ghafoor Sabiha, Tahir M. Nawaz, Ahmad Nazir, Nisa Mehwish
Primary Institution: University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a copper complex that forms a three-dimensional polymeric network.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound forms a centrosymmetric paddle-wheel-type dimer.
- The CuII atom is in a square-pyramidal coordination environment.
- Hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions stabilize the structure.
Takeaway
Scientists made a special copper compound and looked at its structure. They found it forms a big, connected shape.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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