1-(4-Cyanobenzyl)-3,5-dimethylpyridinium bis(benzene-1,2-dithiolato)nickelate(III) (C15H15N2)[Ni(C6H4S2)2]
2011
Crystal Structure of a Nickel Complex
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Dong Yan-Jie, Kong Xue-Jun
Primary Institution: Anqing Normal University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a nickel complex with specific coordination and packing arrangements.
Supporting Evidence
- The nickel(III) ions are coordinated by four sulfur atoms in a square-planar geometry.
- The compound exhibits two distinct packing modes in its crystal structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a nickel compound to see how its atoms are arranged. They found that the nickel is surrounded by sulfur atoms in a special shape.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
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