Bis(1-methyl-4-oxoimidazolidin-2-iminium) diaquabis(pyridine-2,4-dicarboxylato-κ2N,O2)zincate(II) dihydrate
2011
Crystal Structure of a Zinc Complex with Pyridine-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Aghabozorg Hossein, Jafarbak Fatemeh, Mirzaei Masoud, Notash Behrouz
Primary Institution: Islamic Azad University, North Tehran Branch
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a zinc complex that is stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc ion is six-coordinated in a distorted octahedral geometry.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds stabilize the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special zinc compound that has a unique structure, which helps it stay stable.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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