Organic Papers
2011
Crystal Structure of 2,4,6-Trimethylpyridinium Dihydrogen Phosphate
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Cai Hong-Ling, Dai Jing
Primary Institution: Ordered Matter Science Research Center, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China
Hypothesis
The study aims to describe the crystal structure of 2,4,6-trimethylpyridinium dihydrogen phosphate.
Conclusion
The crystal structure reveals a two-dimensional network formed by hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The cation and anion in the compound exhibit mirror symmetry.
- The crystal structure features chains of anions linked by hydrogen bonds.
- Cations are connected by π–π stacking interactions.
- The dielectric constant of the compound is temperature-independent.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special type of salt and how its tiny building blocks fit together to form a crystal.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by dissolving 2,4,6-trimethylpyridine in a water/H3PO4 solution and allowing it to crystallize.
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