catena-Poly[[bis­[2-(2-pyrid­yl)-1-H-imidazole-κ2N2,N3]cadmium]-μ-benzene-1,3-dicarboxyl­ato-κ2O1:O3] [Cd(C8H4O4)(C8H7N3)2]
2011

New Cadmium Coordination Polymer Structure

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Author Information

Author(s): Li Chun-Jiang, Lu Jing-Mei, Tu Fan, Chen Jing-Ying, Li Yu-Jia

Primary Institution: Northeast Normal University

Conclusion

The study presents a new cadmium coordination polymer with a unique wave-shaped chain structure.

Supporting Evidence

  • The cadmium ion is six-coordinated, forming a slightly distorted octahedral geometry.
  • N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds connect the chains in the structure.
  • The study contributes to the understanding of metal-organic frameworks.

Takeaway

Scientists created a new material using cadmium that has a special shape, which could be useful for various applications.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by dissolving cadmium sulfate, benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, and 2-(2-pyridyl)imidazole in water, followed by heating in an autoclave.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811001243

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