Dibromidobis(1-ethyl-2,6-dimethylpyridinium-4-olate-κO)zinc(II) [ZnBr2(C9H13NO)2]
2011
Crystal Structure of a Zinc Bromide Complex with Pyridinium Ligands
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Thenmozhi M., Philominal A., Dhanuskodi S., Ponnuswamy M. N.
Primary Institution: Centre of Advanced Study in Crystallography and Biophysics, University of Madras
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a zinc bromide complex, revealing its tetrahedral coordination and molecular packing characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc atom is coordinated in a distorted tetrahedral arrangement.
- The packing of the molecules is controlled by π–π interactions.
- The study provides insights into the structural properties of pyridinium complexes.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special compound made of zinc and bromine with some organic parts, and they found out how its atoms are arranged in a crystal.
Methodology
The complex was prepared by reacting ZnBr2 with 1-ethyl-2,6-dimethyl-4(1H)pyridinone trihydrate in a 1:2 molar ratio in aqueous medium, followed by crystallization.
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