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Hexakis(dimethyl sulfoxide-κO)chromium(III) trichloride
Acta Crystallographica. Section E, Structure Reports Online
|January 5, 2011
Summary
The crystal structure of a new chromium(III) compound with dimethyl sulfoxide ligands was determined. This research details its coordination geometry and intermolecular hydrogen bonding interactions.
Area of Science:
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Crystallography
- Coordination Chemistry
Background:
- Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is a versatile ligand in coordination chemistry.
- Chromium(III) complexes exhibit diverse structural and electronic properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize the crystal structure of a novel chromium(III) complex with dimethyl sulfoxide.
- To investigate the coordination environment around the chromium ion and analyze crystal packing.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Structural parameters, including bond lengths and angles, were analyzed.
Main Results:
- The compound features a central Cr(III) ion coordinated by six dimethyl sulfoxide ligands in a slightly distorted octahedral geometry.
- Chromium-oxygen bond lengths range from 1.970(2) to 1.972(2) Å.
- Chloride anions participate in weak C-H⋯Cl hydrogen bonds, stabilizing the crystal lattice.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a detailed structural analysis of the [Cr(DMSO)6]Cl3 complex.
- The observed hydrogen bonding network plays a crucial role in the overall crystal structure stabilization.
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