Poly[tris(μ-2-aminobenzene-1,4-dicarboxylato)tetrakis(N,N-dimethylformamide)diyttrium(III)] [Y2(C8H5NO4)3(C3H7NO)4]
2011
New Metal-Organic Framework Structure
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kandiah Mathivathani, Wragg David Stephen, Tilset Mats, Lillerud Karl Petter
Primary Institution: Department of Chemistry, University of Oslo
Conclusion
The study presents a new metal-organic framework with a unique paddle-wheel structure involving yttrium and 2-amino-1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid.
Supporting Evidence
- The coordination geometry of the yttrium ion forms a square antiprism.
- The polymeric structure consists of dimeric paddle-wheel units linked by bridging molecules.
Takeaway
Scientists created a new material that can hold other substances inside it, like a sponge, using special metal and organic molecules.
Methodology
The structure was determined using X-ray crystallography with data collected from a small crystal.
Limitations
The small size of the crystal limited the ability to refine the disordered solvent accurately.
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