Synthesis and Structure of a Nickel Complex with Anti-Microbial Properties
Author Information
Author(s): Siddikova Kyzlarkhan, Sardor Murodov, Tojiboyev Akmaljon, Kadirova Zukhra, Ashurov Jamshid, Daminova Shahlo
Primary Institution: Karshi Engineering Economics Institute
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and structural characterization of a nickel complex with potential anti-microbial properties.
Conclusion
The synthesized nickel complex exhibits a triclinic structure and shows significant hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound has two independent complex molecules linked by hydrogen bonds.
- Hirshfeld surface analysis shows that most intermolecular interactions are due to hydrogen contacts.
- The nickel atom in the complex has a coordination number of six.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new nickel compound that might help fight germs, and they looked closely at its structure to understand how it works.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from acetylacetone and a benzimidazole derivative, followed by structural analysis using Hirshfeld surface analysis.
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