Diaquabis[1,2-bis(pyridin-4-yl)ethene]bis[2-(4-carboxyphenyl)acetato]cobalt(II)
2011
Crystal Structure of a Cobalt Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yu Wei-Hua, Liu Jian-Lan, Ren Xiao-Ming
Primary Institution: Nanjing University of Technology
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a cobalt(II) complex with specific coordination and hydrogen bonding characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- The cobalt center is octahedrally coordinated by various atoms.
- The structure forms a three-dimensional network through hydrogen bonds.
- Red plate crystals were obtained after heating the mixture.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a cobalt compound to see how its atoms are arranged. They found that it has a special shape and forms connections with other molecules.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized and its crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction.
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