Poly[tri-μ2-aqua-(μ3-pyridine-2,4-dicarboxylato-κ4N,O2:O2:O2′)barium] [Ba(C7H3NO4)(H2O)3]
2011
New Barium Compound with Pyridine Dicarboxylate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Pasdar Hoda, Siabi Shadi, Notash Behrouz, Aghabozorg Hossein, Foroughifar Naser
Primary Institution: Department of Chemistry, North Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Conclusion
The study presents a new barium compound that forms a two-dimensional polymer structure stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound features a ten-coordinated barium ion surrounded by ligands and water molecules.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
- Colorless block-shaped crystals were obtained after two weeks of crystallization.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new material using barium and a special acid, which forms a layered structure that holds together with tiny bonds.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing barium nitrate, pyridine-2,4-dicarboxylic acid, and 2,2'-bipyridine in water and allowing it to crystallize.
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