Metal-Organic Papers(1,4,7,10,13,16-Hexaoxacyclooctadecane)dimethylindium(III) trifluoromethanesulfonate [In(CH3)2(C12H24O6)](CF3O3S)
2011
Study of a New Organometallic Salt
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Cooper Benjamin F. T., Macdonald Charles L. B.
Primary Institution: University of Windsor
Conclusion
The study reveals the formation of a new organometallic salt with unique structural properties.
Supporting Evidence
- The indium atom in the compound exhibits a distorted hexagonal–bipyramidal coordination geometry.
- The crystal structure is stabilized by weak intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
- The In–C distances in the cation are shorter than previously reported mean distances for similar compounds.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new type of salt using indium and a special molecule, and they found it has a unique shape.
Methodology
The salt was synthesized through the reaction of trimethylindium with a crown ether adduct, and crystals were obtained via slow evaporation.
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