Diaquabis(5-carboxy-2-ethyl-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylato-κ2N3,O4)zinc trihydrate [Zn(C7H7N2O4)2(H2O)2]·3H2O
2011
Zinc Complex with Imidazole Carboxylate Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Gang
Primary Institution: Henan University of Urban Construction
Hypothesis
Coordination polymers based on 2-ethyl-4,5-imidazoledicarboxylate have been rarely reported.
Conclusion
The study successfully synthesized a zinc complex with a unique crystal structure involving imidazole carboxylate ligands.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc ion is coordinated by two imidazole carboxylate ligands and two water molecules.
- The crystal structure exhibits extensive hydrogen bonding.
- The compound was obtained through a hydrothermal synthesis method.
Takeaway
Scientists made a special zinc compound using a specific type of acid and water, and it formed a unique structure.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting zinc nitrate with 2-ethyl-4,5-imidazoledicarboxylic acid in an aqueous solution under hydrothermal conditions.
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