Bis(1,10-phenanthroline-κ2N,N′)[2-(4-sulfonatoanilino)acetato-κO]copper(II) dihydrate [Cu(C8H7NO5S)(C12H8N2)2]·2H2O
2011
Copper Complex with Phenanthroline and Sulfonato Ligand
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Lu Yue, Li Xing, Bing Yue, Zha Mei-Qin, Li Yin-Xin
Primary Institution: Ningbo University
Conclusion
The study presents a copper(II) complex with a unique coordination environment and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The copper ion is coordinated by four nitrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
- The structure features hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions.
- Two uncoordinated water molecules are present in the structure.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special copper compound using two types of molecules, and it has a unique shape and structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized using a solvent evaporation method and characterized using X-ray diffraction.
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