A monoclinic modification of propane-1,3-diyl bis­(pyridine-3-carboxyl­ate)
2011

New Form of Propane-1,3-diyl Bis(pyridine-3-carboxylate)

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Brito Iván, Vallejos Javier, Cárdenas Alejandro, López-Rodríguez Matías, Bolte Michael

Primary Institution: Universidad de Antofagasta

Hypothesis

The study investigates the structure of a new polymorph of propane-1,3-diyl bis(pyridine-3-carboxylate) and its potential as a flexible ligand in coordination polymers.

Conclusion

The new monoclinic polymorph exhibits distinct structural features compared to the previously reported triclinic form.

Supporting Evidence

  • The new polymorph has a different torsion angle compared to the triclinic form.
  • The crystal structure features a weak π–π interaction not present in the triclinic polymorph.
  • The monoclinic form is more compact than the triclinic modification.

Takeaway

Scientists found a new version of a chemical compound that can help make different structures in chemistry. This new version looks a bit different from an older one.

Methodology

The structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Limitations

The study focuses only on the structural aspects and does not explore the practical applications of the compound.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536810054309

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