catena-Poly[[[tetrakis(4-methylpyridine-κN)copper(II)]-μ-sulfato-κ2 O:O′] 4.393-hydrate] [Cu(SO4)(C6H7N)4]·4.393H2O
2011
Structure of a Copper Complex with 4-Methylpyridine and Sulfate
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Alam Naveed, Shahid Muhammad, Mazhar Muhammad, Al-Jassabi Saad, Zeller Matthias, Hunter Allen D.
Primary Institution: Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Conclusion
The study reveals the crystal structure of a copper complex that forms zigzag chains connected by sulfate ions and water molecules.
Supporting Evidence
- The structure consists of Cu2+ ions surrounded by 4-methylpyridine ligands.
- The coordination spheres of the Cu2+ ions are slightly distorted octahedral.
- Bridging sulfate anions connect the Cu(4-methylpyridine)4 units to form infinite zigzag chains.
- Hydrogen bonding between water molecules helps consolidate the structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special copper compound that has a unique structure made of chains, which helps us understand how these materials are built.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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