Poly[aqua(dimethyl sulfoxide)(μ4-pyridine-2,5-dicarboxylato)calcium(II)] [Ca(C7H3NO4)(H2O)(C2H6OS)]
2011
Study of a Calcium-Based Coordination Polymer
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Pasdar Hoda, Safari Zahra, Aghabozorg Hossein, Notash Behrouz, Mirzaei Masoud
Primary Institution: Islamic Azad University, North Tehran Branch
Conclusion
The study presents a new calcium coordination polymer with a unique two-dimensional structure stabilized by hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The crystal structure shows a distorted pentagonal bipyramidal geometry around the calcium ion.
- Hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions contribute to the stability of the polymeric structure.
- The synthesis method involved a one-pot reaction leading to colorless block-shaped crystals.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new material using calcium and certain organic compounds, which forms a special structure that could be useful for future applications.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing calcium chloride, pyridine-2,5-dicarboxylic acid, and 1,4-butanediamine in DMSO, followed by crystallization.
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