meso-[5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(4-cyanophenyl)porphyrinato]zinc [Zn(C48H24N8)]
2011
Study of a Zinc Porphyrin Complex
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Dong Shuai, Jiang Jianzhuang
Primary Institution: Shandong University
Conclusion
The study presents a zinc porphyrin complex with a two-dimensional supramolecular structure.
Supporting Evidence
- The zinc ion is octa-coordinated by nitrogen atoms from indole and cyanide groups.
- The compound forms a (4,4)-connected network in a two-dimensional arrangement.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special molecule with zinc that can connect with others to form a larger structure, kind of like building blocks.
Methodology
The zinc complex was synthesized and analyzed using X-ray diffraction.
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