Metal-Organic Papers(2,2′-Bipyridine-κ2N,N′)bis­(3-meth­oxy­benzoato-κ2O1,O1′)copper(II) mono­hydrate [Cu(C8H7O3)2(C10H8N2)]·H2O
2011

Copper Complex with 3-Methoxybenzoate and Bipyridine

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Lin Ming-Hao, Zhou Jing-Fan, Liu Bin-Bin, Lin Jian-Li

Primary Institution: Ningbo University

Hypothesis

The study investigates the self-assembly of Cu2+ ions with bipy and 3-methoxybenzoic acid.

Conclusion

The compound exhibits a six-coordinate distorted octahedral geometry and forms a three-dimensional network through hydrogen bonding.

Supporting Evidence

  • The CuII ion exhibits a six-coordinate distorted octahedral geometry.
  • The molecules are linked by hydrogen bonds forming a three-dimensional network.
  • The study contributes to the understanding of transition metal complexes in crystal engineering.

Takeaway

Scientists created a special copper compound using certain chemicals, and it has a unique shape that helps it stick together with other molecules.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by adding CuCl2.2H2O to a mixture of ethanol and water, followed by the addition of 3-methoxybenzoate and bipy, and then NaOH.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811005563

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