Metal-Organic Papers
2011
Cadmium Complex with Benzimidazole Derivative
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yuan Jing-Kun, Bai Ying, Kou Fan, Jia Fei, Wu Hui-Lu
Primary Institution: Lanzhou Jiaotong University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the crystal structure of a cadmium(II) complex with a new type of benzimidazole derivative ligand.
Conclusion
The cadmium(II) complex exhibits a distorted octahedral geometry with extensive hydrogen bonding in its crystal structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The cadmium(II) ion is chelated by two bis(1-allylbenzimidazol-2-ylmethyl)benzylamine ligands.
- The coordination geometry of the cadmium(II) is best described as distorted octahedron.
- Extensive C—H⋯O hydrogen bonding occurs between cations and anions in the crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new compound using cadmium and a special chemical, and they found that it has a unique shape and bonds with other molecules.
Methodology
Single crystal X-ray diffraction was used to determine the structure of the cadmium complex.
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