Imidazole–imidazolium picrate monohydrate C3H5N2+·C6H2N3O7−·C3H4N2·H2O
2011
Imidazole–imidazolium picrate monohydrate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Moreno-Fuquen Rodolfo, De Almeida Santos Regina, Aguirre Lina
Primary Institution: Departamento de Química - Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad del Valle, Santiago de Cali, Colombia
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of imidazole–imidazolium picrate monohydrate, revealing a complex network of hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The asymmetric unit contains a diimidazolium cationic unit, one picrate anion, and one molecule of water.
- The components are connected by various hydrogen bonds forming a two-dimensional network.
- Weak intermolecular interactions lead to a three-dimensional network featuring R55(19) rings.
Takeaway
This study looks at a special chemical compound made of imidazole and picrate, showing how its tiny parts stick together in a crystal.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by slow evaporation of a solution of imidazole and picric acid in dry acetonitrile, followed by X-ray analysis.
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