Bis(acetato-κ2O,O′)bis[4-(dimethylamino)pyridine-κN]copper(II)
2011
Copper(II) Complex with Dimethylaminopyridine
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Benslimane Meriem, Merazig Hocine, Daran Jean-Claude
Primary Institution: Université Mentouri de Constantine
Hypothesis
The study investigates the molecular structure of a novel copper(II) complex.
Conclusion
The copper(II) complex exhibits a Jahn-Teller-distorted octahedral coordination and is stabilized by hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The copper(II) ion is coordinated by two dimethylaminopyridine ligands and two acetate units.
- The structure is stabilized by intra- and intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
- The complex adopts a Jahn-Teller-distorted octahedral geometry.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new copper compound that has a special shape and sticks together well because of tiny connections called hydrogen bonds.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing copper acetate with dimethylaminopyridine in methanol and allowing it to crystallize.
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