Poly[[hexa­kis­(μ-benzene-1,4-dicarboxyl­ato)octa­kis­(N,N-dimethyl­acetamide)­hexa­manganese(II)] monohydrate]
2011

New Metal-Organic Framework with Manganese

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhang Ying, Chu Chao-Xia, Li Yi-Zhi

Primary Institution: Jiangsu University of Science and Technology

Hypothesis

Can we create a new metal-organic framework using manganese and specific ligands?

Conclusion

The study successfully synthesized a new metal-organic framework that exhibits a three-dimensional supramolecular structure.

Supporting Evidence

  • The new framework was formed by linking manganese atoms with specific ligands.
  • The structure exhibits a unique three-dimensional arrangement.
  • Hydrogen bonding interactions help stabilize the framework.

Takeaway

Scientists made a new material using manganese and special chemicals that can hold tiny holes, which might be useful for storing gases.

Methodology

The material was synthesized through a solvothermal method involving manganese chloride, benzene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid, and a bidentate ligand.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811020010

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