Poly[(μ2-nitrato-κ2 O:O′)(μ2-pyrimidinium-2-carboxylato-κ2 O:O′)lithium(I)] [Li(C5H4N2O2)(NO3)]
2011
Structure of Lithium Complex with Pyrimidine-2-Carboxylate
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Wojciech Starosta, Janusz Leciejewicz
Primary Institution: Institute of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology, Warsaw, Poland
Conclusion
The study reveals the crystal structure of a lithium complex that forms molecular ribbons and layers through coordination with carboxylate and nitrate groups.
Supporting Evidence
- The lithium ion is coordinated by two carboxylate and two nitrate oxygen atoms.
- Molecular ribbons are formed by bridging carboxylate oxygen atoms.
- Hydrogen bonds are present between nitrogen and carboxylate oxygen atoms.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special compound made of lithium and other chemicals, and they found out how its tiny parts are arranged together.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized from an aqueous solution of pyrimidine-2-carbonitrile and lithium nitrate hydrate, followed by crystallization.
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