catena-Poly[[[aquabis(4,4′-bipyridine-κN)zinc]-μ-l-tyrosinato-κ3N,O1:O1′] nitrate dihydrate]
2011
New Zinc Coordination Polymer with L-Tyrosine and 4,4'-Bipyridine
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Li Shu-Qiang, Hu Ning-Hai
Primary Institution: First Hospital, Jilin University and Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Conclusion
The study presents a one-dimensional zinc complex that exhibits a unique structural architecture due to the binding modes of its ligands.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc atom in the compound is coordinated in a distorted octahedral geometry.
- The structure features hydrogen bonds linking cationic chains and nitrate anions.
- Intrachain and interchain π–π interactions stabilize the overall structure.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new material using zinc and some special building blocks, which can help in making new types of structures.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by dissolving zinc nitrate and L-tyrosine in hot water, followed by the addition of 4,4'-bipyridine in methanol.
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