Bis(tetraphenylphosphonium) tetra­cyanido­nitridochromate(V) dihydrate
2011

Study of a New Metal-Organic Compound

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Schau-Magnussen Magnus, Bendix Jesper

Primary Institution: University of Copenhagen

Conclusion

The compound exhibits a square-based pyramidal geometry around the central chromium atom, with specific bonding characteristics.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound has a square-based pyramidal coordination geometry.
  • The chromium atom is displaced out of the plane formed by the cyanido-carbon atoms.
  • Intermolecular hydrogen bonds form an infinite chain structure.

Takeaway

Scientists created a new compound that has a special shape and structure, which helps us understand how certain metals bond with other elements.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized by allowing a chromium solution to diffuse into a solution of tetraphenylphosphonium chloride, resulting in the formation of crystals.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811002108

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