1-(2-Fluorobenzyl)quinolinium bis(2-sulfanylidene-1,3-dithiole-4,5-dithiolato-κ2 S,S′)nickelate(III) (C16H13FN)[Ni(C3S5)2]
2011
Crystal Structure of a Nickel Complex
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Shan Wen-Wen, Zhang Peng, Hu Xi-Ying
Primary Institution: North China University of Water Conservancy and Electric Power
Conclusion
The study presents the crystal structure of a nickel complex with unique interactions between its components.
Supporting Evidence
- The nickel complex shows a distorted square-planar geometry.
- There are π–π stacking interactions between adjacent cations.
- The structure features significant S···S interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a special nickel compound to see how its parts fit together, and they found some interesting connections between them.
Methodology
The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Want to read the original?
Access the complete publication on the publisher's website