Ammonium O,O′-diethyl dithio­phosphate
2011

Structure of Ammonium O,O'-diethyl dithiophosphate

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Andrzej Okuniewski, Barbara Becker

Primary Institution: Gdansk University of Technology

Conclusion

The crystal structure of ammonium O,O'-diethyl dithiophosphate reveals a three-dimensional arrangement formed by layers of ions connected through hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The ammonium cation forms layers with the dithiophosphate anions through hydrogen bonds.
  • The structure is stabilized by van der Waals interactions between ethyl groups.
  • The study provides insights into the coordination chemistry applications of the compound.

Takeaway

This study looks at how ammonium and a special chemical called O,O'-diethyl dithiophosphate stick together to form a solid structure, kind of like building blocks.

Methodology

Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis was used to determine the structure.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811022811

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