trans-Tetraaquabis[1,3-bis(4-pyridyl)propane-κN]cobalt(II) biphenyl-4,4′-disulfonate monohydrate
2011
Cobalt(II) Complex with Water and Bipyridine Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Liu Guang-Xiang, Xu Xu-Yong
Primary Institution: Anqing Normal University
Conclusion
The study presents a cobalt(II) complex that forms a stable two-dimensional hydrogen-bonding network structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The cobalt(II) atom in the complex has a slightly distorted octahedral coordination geometry.
- Hydrogen bonds enhance the stability of the solid-state structure.
- The compound exhibits crystallographically imposed twofold symmetry.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special cobalt compound that has layers held together by tiny connections called hydrogen bonds, making it very stable.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by heating a mixture of cobalt nitrate, bipyridine, and biphenyldisulfonate in water at high temperature.
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