Bis(2-hydroxyethanaminium) biphenyl-4,4′-dicarboxylate
2011

Crystal Structure of a New Organic Salt

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Deng Bin, Yu Rui-Jin

Primary Institution: Xiangnan University

Hypothesis

The combination of 4,4'-dicarboxyl-biphenyl with ethanolamine will create an interesting network in the crystal structure.

Conclusion

The study successfully determined the crystal structure of the organic salt, revealing a two-dimensional hydrogen-bonded network.

Supporting Evidence

  • The dihedral angle between the benzene rings of the dianion is 9.95°.
  • The cations and anions are linked via intermolecular hydrogen bonds.
  • The study provides a detailed crystal structure of the organic salt.

Takeaway

Scientists made a new type of crystal by mixing two special chemicals, and they found that these chemicals stick together in a neat pattern.

Methodology

The crystal was formed by dissolving the components in a hot solution and allowing it to cool and evaporate.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811013523

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