catena-Poly[[[(1,10-phenanthroline-κ2N,N′)zinc]-μ-pyridine-2,3-dicarboxyl­ato-κ4N,O2:O2′,O3] monohydrate]
2011

Study of a Zinc Complex with Pyridine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Qin Zhen-Hua, Lou Shu-Fang, Wang Na, Wang Fu-Yu

Primary Institution: Shangqiu Medical College, Shangqiu, Henan, People’s Republic of China

Conclusion

The study presents a one-dimensional polymeric complex formed by zinc ions and pyridine-2,3-dicarboxylic acid ligands.

Supporting Evidence

  • The zinc ion is coordinated in a distorted octahedral geometry.
  • Hydrogen bonds and π–π interactions contribute to the stability of the structure.
  • The complex features a one-dimensional chain architecture.

Takeaway

Scientists created a special structure using zinc and a type of acid, which helps connect the zinc atoms in a chain.

Methodology

The complex was synthesized by mixing zinc acetate, pyridine-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, and 1,10-phenanthroline in a Teflon-lined autoclave at high temperature.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811020344

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