Bis(μ-adamantane-1,3-dicarboxylato-κ4O1,O1′:O3,O3′)bis[aqua(3-carboxyadamantane-1-carboxylato-κO1)(1,10-phenanthroline-κ2N,N′)erbium(III)] dihydrate [Er2(C12H14O4)2(C12H15O4)2(C12H8N2)2(H2O)2]·2H2O
2011
Crystal Structure of a Lanthanide Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhu Hong-lin, Huang Wen-xiang, Chang Hai-sheng
Primary Institution: Ningbo University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a lanthanide complex that exhibits extensive hydrogen-bonding and π–π interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound contains one ErIII atom and various ligands.
- Extensive hydrogen-bonding interactions lead to the formation of chains.
- Chains are linked into a layer-like network by π–π stacking interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special compound made of lanthanide ions and certain organic molecules, and they found that these parts stick together in interesting ways.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized through a reaction involving Er2O3 and 1,3-adamantanedicarboxylic acid, followed by crystallization.
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