catena-Poly[[zinc-bis(μ-2-sulfido-1H-benzimidazol-3-ium-5-carboxylato)-κ2 O:S;κ2 S:O] trihydrate]
2011
New Zinc Coordination Polymer with Helical Structure
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Li Ya-Ping, Sun Da-Jun, Zang Hu, Han Li-Ying, Su Guan-Fang
Primary Institution: The Second Hospital of Jilin University
Hypothesis
The study investigates the synthesis and structure of a new double-chain coordination polymer using a specific ligand and zinc ion.
Conclusion
The synthesized compound exhibits a unique double-chain structure linked by hydrogen bonds, contributing to a three-dimensional network.
Supporting Evidence
- The ZnII atom is coordinated by two S atoms and two O atoms in a distorted tetrahedral geometry.
- Hydrogen bonds link adjacent chains, forming a three-dimensional structure.
- The compound was obtained as colorless crystals after a week of standing.
Takeaway
Scientists made a new material using zinc and a special chemical that helps it form a unique shape, which could be useful for future technologies.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by boiling a mixture of H3mbidc, NaOH, and ZnCl2 in water, followed by cooling and crystallization.
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