Metal-Organic Papers
2011
Zinc Complex with Hydroxybiphenyl Carboxylate Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wu Wei-Ping, Wang Jun, Lu Lu, He Xi-Yang, Zou Li-Ke
Primary Institution: Sichuan University of Science and Engineering
Hypothesis
The study investigates the self-assembly of ZnII ions with specific organic ligands to form a new compound.
Conclusion
The compound features a distorted tetrahedral coordination of ZnII and forms a one-dimensional chain through hydrogen bonds.
Supporting Evidence
- The ZnII atom is located on a twofold rotation axis.
- The compound exhibits a distorted tetrahedral coordination.
- The molecules are linked by O—H⋯O hydrogen bonds.
Takeaway
The researchers created a new zinc compound using special organic molecules, which stick together in a chain-like structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing zinc acetate, hydroxybiphenyl-4-carboxylic acid, phenanthroline, and sodium hydroxide in a solvent and heating it under pressure.
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