cis-Bis(2,2′-bipyridine-κ2N,N′)dichloridocobalt(II) trihydrate [CoCl2(C10H8N2)2]·3H2O
2011
Cobalt(II) Complex with 2,2'-Bipyridine and Water
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Author Information
Author(s): Arun Kumar K., Amuthaselvi M., Dayalan A.
Primary Institution: Loyola College (Autonomous), Chennai, India
Conclusion
The cobalt(II) complex exhibits a distorted octahedral geometry and is stabilized by hydrogen bonding with water molecules.
Supporting Evidence
- The cobalt(II) ion is linked to two 2,2'-bipyridine ligands and two chloride ions.
- The crystal structure shows hydrogen bonding between chloride ions and water molecules.
- The complex was synthesized with a yield of 90%.
Takeaway
Scientists created a cobalt complex that looks like a special shape and is held together by water. It's like building a tower with blocks and using water to keep it steady.
Methodology
The complex was prepared by mixing solutions of 2,2'-bipyridine and cobalt(II) chloride in acetone, followed by crystallization from an alcoholic solution.
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