Bis[4-(dimethylamino)pyridinium] tetrachloridozincate
2011
Structure of a Hybrid Material with Zinc and Dimethylamino Pyridine
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kefi Riadh, Lefebvre Frederic, Zeller Matthias, Ben Nasr Cherif
Primary Institution: Laboratoire de Chimie des Matériaux, Faculté des Sciences de Bizerte, Tunisia
Conclusion
The study reveals the molecular and crystal structure of a hybrid material formed by zinc and dimethylamino pyridine, held together by various intermolecular interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound consists of [ZnCl4]2− anions and 4-(dimethylamino)pyridinium cations.
- Intermolecular interactions include hydrogen bonding and π–π stacking.
- The structure forms a three-dimensional network due to these interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special material made of zinc and a type of nitrogen compound, showing how they stick together in a unique way.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by evaporating a mixture of 4-(dimethylamino)pyridine, zinc chloride, and HCl, followed by X-ray diffraction analysis.
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