Poly[[aquatris(μ-benzene-1,4-dicarboxylato)tricobalt(II)] methanol monosolvate monohydrate] [Co3(C8H4O4)3(H2O)]·CH4O·H2O
2011
New Metal-Organic Framework with Cobalt and Dicarboxylate Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhou Hu, Chu Chao-Xia, Li Yi-Zhi
Primary Institution: Jiangsu University of Science and Technology
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and structure of a new metal-organic framework using cobalt and benzene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid.
Conclusion
The synthesized compound forms a three-dimensional framework with cavities filled with methanol and water molecules.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound consists of four independent cobalt cations and dicarboxylate ligands.
- Two cobalt atoms are tetrahedrally coordinated while the others are octahedrally coordinated.
- The structure forms cavities that can hold methanol and water.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new material that has tiny holes and is made from cobalt and a special acid, which can hold other liquids inside.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting CoCl2.6H2O with benzene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid and an amine in a mixed solvent, followed by heating and slow cooling to obtain crystals.
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