Metal-Organic Papers(2,2′-Bipyridyl-κ2N,N′)bis(N-butyl-N-methyldithiocarbamato-κ2S,S′)cadmium(II) [Cd(C6H12NS2)2(C10H8N2)]
2011
Cadmium Complex with Dithiocarbamate and Bipyridyl Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Jamaluddin Nur Amirah, Baba Ibrahim, Mohamed Tahir Mohamed Ibrahim, Tiekink Edward R. T.
Primary Institution: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Conclusion
The study presents a cadmium(II) complex that exhibits a unique coordination geometry and supramolecular structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The cadmium atom in the compound is hexa-coordinated by two dithiocarbamate ligands and a bipyridyl molecule.
- The coordination geometry is based on a distorted trigonal-prismatic arrangement.
- Supramolecular chains are formed through C—H⋯S interactions and π–π interactions between pyridyl rings.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special cadmium compound using two types of molecules, and it has a unique shape that helps it stick together in a special way.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using an in situ method involving the reaction of carbon disulfide with butylmethylamine, followed by cadmium(II) dichloride and crystallization from ethanol and chloroform.
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