Dibromido{2-morpholino-N-[1-(2-pyridyl)ethylidene]ethanamine-κ3 N,N′,N′′}zinc(II) [ZnBr2(C13H19N3O)]
2011
New Zinc(II) Complex with Schiff Base
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ding Yan-Wei, Wang Xiao-Ling, Ni Li-Li
Primary Institution: Liaoning Normal University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a new Schiff base zinc(II) complex.
Conclusion
The zinc(II) atom in the complex is five-coordinated in a distorted square-pyramidal geometry.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc atom is coordinated by three nitrogen atoms from the Schiff base ligand and two bromine atoms.
- The molecular structure shows a chair conformation of the morpholine ring.
- All bond lengths are within normal values compared to similar complexes.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new compound using zinc and a special type of molecule called a Schiff base, and they found that the zinc is connected in a unique way.
Methodology
The complex was prepared by reacting 2-acetylpyridine, 4-(2-aminoethyl)morpholine, and zinc bromide in methanol, followed by slow evaporation to form crystals.
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