Metal-Organic Papers
2011
Study of a Chromium Complex with Flavonoid Ligand
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Gohain Mukut, Muller Theunis J., Bezuidenhoudt Barend C. B.
Primary Institution: University of the Free State
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a chromium complex with a flavonoid ligand, revealing its unique conformation and interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The chromium atom is coordinated to the phenyl ring of the flavan ligand in an η6 mode.
- The Cr(CO)3 unit exhibits a three-legged piano-stool conformation.
- The crystal packing is stabilized by intermolecular C—H⋯O interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at a special chromium compound that has a flavonoid in it, and they found out how its atoms are arranged.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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