Bis{2-[4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl]-1H-benzimidazol-3-ium} tetrabromidocuprate(II) dihydrate (C14H13N2S)2[CuBr4]·2H2O
2011
Study of a New Metal-Organic Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Manjunatha M. N., Ziaulla Mohamed, Sankolli Ravish, Begum Noor Shahina, Nagasundara K. R.
Primary Institution: Bangalore University
Conclusion
The study presents a new metal-organic compound with a unique two-dimensional polymeric structure stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound contains two cations, one anion, and two water molecules.
- The central CuII atom is in a distorted tetrahedral environment.
- The structure is stabilized by various hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new compound that has a special structure, kind of like a building made of blocks, and it holds together with invisible connections called hydrogen bonds.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using an ethanolic solution and characterized using X-ray diffraction.
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