Dichlorido{N′-[1-(2-pyridin-2-yl)ethylidene]acetohydrazide-κ2N′,O}copper(II) [CuCl2(C9H11N3O)]
2011
Copper(II) Complex with a Tridentate Ligand
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Author Information
Author(s): Datta Amitabha, Das Kuheli, Jhou Yan-Ming, Huang Jui-Hsien, Lee Hon Man
Primary Institution: National Changhua University of Education
Conclusion
The study presents a copper(II) complex with a unique distorted square-pyramidal coordination geometry and notable hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The copper atom in the complex exhibits distorted square-pyramidal coordination.
- The study highlights the unequal Cu—Cl bond lengths in the complex.
- Intermolecular hydrogen bonds contribute to the three-dimensional structure of the compound.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special copper compound that has a unique shape and sticks together in a special way, like building blocks.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting acetyl hydrazide with 2-acetylpyridine, followed by the addition of anhydrous CuCl2 in methanol.
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