Acridinium 6-carboxypyridine-2-carboxylate monohydrate
2011
Structure of Acridinium 6-Carboxypyridine-2-Carboxylate Monohydrate
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Z. Derikvand, M. M. Olmstead, J. Attar Gharamaleki
Primary Institution: Islamic Azad University, Khorramabad Branch, Iran
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a monohydrate involving acridinium cations and pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid, highlighting strong hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The structure contains strong hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions.
- Crystals suitable for X-ray crystallography were obtained through slow evaporation of the solvent.
- The average separation between π-stacked acridinium planes is 3.42 Å.
Takeaway
This study shows how certain molecules can stick together in a specific way to form a solid structure, like building blocks fitting together.
Methodology
The structure was determined using X-ray crystallography after growing crystals from a solution of acridine and pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid.
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