Metal-Organic Papers
2011
Zinc Complex with Triazolopyrimidine Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ana B. Caballero, Miguel Quirós, Antonio Rodríguez-Diéguez, Juan M. Salas
Primary Institution: Universidad de Granada
Conclusion
The study presents a zinc(II) complex with a distorted tetrahedral coordination geometry formed by specific ligands and cyanate anions.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc(II) ion in the complex shows a distorted tetrahedral coordination geometry.
- Two 5,7-dimethyl-1,2,4-triazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidine ligands are coordinated through their nitrogen atoms.
- Supramolecular dimers are formed through stacking interactions between the ligands.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special zinc compound using two types of molecules that help it hold its shape, and they found it has a unique structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing aqueous solutions of zinc nitrate and sodium cyanate with a triazolopyrimidine ligand, followed by crystallization.
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