1,1′-Di-tert-butyl-2,2′,3,3′,4,4′,5,5′-octaethyl-1,1′-bistannole [Sn2(C4H9)2(C12H20)2]
2011
Structure of a New Bis(1,1-stannole) Compound
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kuwabara Takuya, Saito Masaichi
Primary Institution: Saitama University
Conclusion
The study reveals the molecular structure of a novel bis(1,1-stannole) compound with specific geometric features.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound has two planar five-membered rings with C–C bond alternations.
- It is centrosymmetric with an inversion center in the middle of the Sn–Sn bond.
- The Sn–Sn bond length is within the normal range for corresponding single bonds.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a new chemical compound made of tin and carbon, and they found out how its atoms are arranged.
Methodology
X-ray diffraction analysis was used to determine the molecular structure of the compound.
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