Di-μ-glutarato-κ4O1:O5-bis[aqua(1,10-phenanthroline-κ2N,N′)copper(II)] [Cu2(C5H6O4)2(C12H18N2)2(H2O)2]
2011
Crystal Structure of a Copper Glutarate Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhou Yong-Hong
Primary Institution: Huaibei Normal University
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a dinuclear copper complex with glutarate and phenanthroline ligands, revealing its unique coordination environment and hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The copper atom in the complex has a distorted square-pyramidal shape.
- Hydrogen bonds help form layers in the crystal structure.
- The study contributes to understanding how metal glutarates can be used in materials science.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special copper compound using glutaric acid and a chemical called phenanthroline, and they found out how the atoms are arranged in it.
Methodology
The complex was synthesized by mixing copper chloride, glutaric acid, and phenanthroline in ethanol, followed by crystallization.
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