catena-Poly[[cobalt(II)-μ-aqua-di-μ-butanoato-κ2 O:O′;κ2 O:O] 0.7-hydrate] [Co(C4H7O2)2(H2O)]·0.7H2O
2011
Cobalt(II) Butyrate Crystal Structure
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Fischer A. I., Gurzhiy V. V., Belyaev A. N.
Primary Institution: St Petersburg State Institute of Technology
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a cobalt(II) butyrate complex, revealing its unique polymeric chain formation and coordination geometry.
Supporting Evidence
- The cobalt(II) cation is coordinated by four butyrate anions and two water molecules.
- The structure features polymeric chains linked by hydrogen bonds.
- Disordered water molecules play a role in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special type of cobalt compound and found out how its atoms are arranged in a crystal. This helps us understand how it might be used in different applications.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting butyric acid with cobalt(II) carbonate hydrate, followed by crystallization.
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