Distrontium oxalate tetra-hydroxidocuprate(II)
Hibiki Kunisawa1, Jun-Ichi Yamaura2, Toshihiro Nomura1
1Department of Physics, Shizuoka University, Shizuoka 422-8529, Japan.
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|February 9, 2026
Summary
The crystal structure of distrontium oxalate tetra-hydroxidocuprate(II) was determined. This study reveals a novel 3D framework built from strontium polyhedra, copper hydroxide units, and oxalate groups.
Area of Science:
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Crystallography
- Materials Science
Background:
- Understanding the structure of novel inorganic compounds is crucial for materials science.
- Metal-oxalate complexes exhibit diverse structural motifs and potential applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the crystal structure of distrontium oxalate tetra-hydroxidocuprate(II).
- To elucidate the coordination environment and bonding within the novel compound.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the crystal structure.
- The crystal structure was solved in the triclinic space group P1.
Main Results:
- The asymmetric unit contains Sr, Cu, hydroxide groups, and oxalate anions.
- A 3D framework is formed by edge-sharing {SrO4(OH)4} polyhedra, {Cu(OH)4} units, and oxalate groups.
- Weak hydrogen bonds were observed within the framework.
Conclusions:
- The crystal structure of distrontium oxalate tetra-hydroxidocuprate(II) was successfully determined.
- The compound features a unique 3D framework with specific coordination environments around Sr and Cu ions.
