Tetrakis(μ-5-bromonicotinato)-κ3O,O′:O′;κ3O:O,O′;κ4O:O′-bis[diaqua(5-bromonicotinato-κ2O,O′)neodymium(III)] dihydrate [Nd2(C6H3BrNO2)6(H2O)4]·2H2O
2011
Crystal Structure of a Neodymium Carboxylate Compound
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Huang Jing, Zhang Jin, Chen Hong-Ji
Primary Institution: Jinan University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a dimeric lanthanide carboxylate, revealing its unique coordination environment and potential applications.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound features a distorted three-capped triangular-prismatic geometry.
- Two NdIII ions are bridged by four carboxylate groups forming a centrosymmetric dinuclear unit.
- Intramolecular and intermolecular π–π interactions contribute to the stability of the structure.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special compound made of neodymium and other elements, and they found out how its atoms are arranged, which could help in making new materials.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by heating neodymium oxide and 5-bromonicotinic acid in water, followed by crystallization.
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