catena-Poly[[[aquachloridomanganese(II)]-bis[μ-1,1′-(oxydi-p-phenylene)di-1H-imidazole-κ2N3:N3′]] chloride dimethylformamide monosolvate monohydrate]
2011
New Coordination Polymer with Manganese and BIDPE
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Mu Xiao-Long
Primary Institution: Anhui Normal University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the ability of the ligand BIDPE to form new architectures and topologies with manganese(II) salts.
Conclusion
The reaction of BIDPE with manganese(II) salt resulted in a new coordination polymer with a unique structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The coordination polymer exhibits inversion symmetry.
- The Mn(II) ions have a distorted octahedral coordination.
- The polymeric chains are linked by hydrogen bonds, forming a two-dimensional network.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new material by mixing a special chemical with manganese, which formed a unique structure that could be useful for various applications.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized through a solvothermal reaction of BIDPE and manganese(II) salt in a DMF/H2O mixture.
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