Metal-Organic Papers(μ-Ethane-1,1,2,2-tetracarboxylato)bis[tetraaquamanganese(II)] [Mn2(C6H2O8)(H2O)8]
2011
Crystal Structure of a Manganese Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Xue Meng-Wei, Chen Chang-Yun
Primary Institution: Nanjing Xiaozhuang College
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a manganese complex with a distinctive three-dimensional hydrogen-bonding network.
Supporting Evidence
- The manganese atom is coordinated by six oxygen atoms from water and ligands.
- The structure features a three-dimensional hydrogen-bonding network.
- Single crystals were formed after the solution was allowed to stand for two days.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a manganese compound and found that it has a special structure with lots of hydrogen bonds connecting it together.
Methodology
Single-crystal X-ray analysis was used to determine the structure of the compound.
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