trans-Bis(dimethyl sulfoxide-κO)bis(thiosemicarbazide-κ2N1,S)cadmium dipicrate dihydrate
2011
Crystal Structure of a Cadmium Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Shanthakumari R., Hema R., Ramamurthy K., Stoeckli-Evans Helen
Primary Institution: Government Arts College for Women, Pudukkottai, India
Conclusion
The cadmium(II) complex crystallizes as a dihydrate and forms a three-dimensional network through hydrogen bonding.
Supporting Evidence
- The cadmium(II) atom is hexa-coordinated in an octahedral fashion.
- The complex is stabilized by hydrogen bonds and weak interactions.
- The synthesis involved a reaction of thiosemicarbazide, picric acid, and cadmium bromide.
Takeaway
Scientists made a special crystal using cadmium and some other chemicals, and they found that the crystal has a unique structure that holds together with tiny connections called hydrogen bonds.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by reacting thiosemicarbazide, picric acid, and cadmium bromide in a specific molar ratio, followed by recrystallization.
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