Syntheses, Crystal Structures and Photoluminescence Properties of Cadmium(Ⅱ) and Nickel(Ⅱ) Complexes with 2-(2-Benzimidazolyl)quinoline

Two novel complexes, [Cd2(BMQU)2Cl4] (1) and [Ni(BMQU)2HPO4]·1.5H2O (2) (BMQU = 2-(2-benzimidazolyl)quinoline), were synthesized by the hydrothermal method and characterized by elemental analysis, IR, and TG-DTG. The crystal structures were determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Both 1 and 2 crystallize in the triclinic system, space group P . The data for 1: a = 0.8342(7), b = 0.9226(9), c = 1.0646(8) nm, α = 90.819(2), β = 97.466(2), γ = 98.280(2)°. The Cd(Ⅱ) is coordinated with three chlorine atoms and two nitrogen atoms of a BMQU molecule, generating a distorted square-pyramidal geometry. The dinuclear Cd(Ⅱ) complex is formed by two chlorine bridge bonds, and the one-dimensional chain structure is constructed with the hydrogen bond N-H…Cl and π-π stacking interaction. The data for 2: a = 1.2251(1), b = 1.2451(1), c = 1.2868(1) nm, α = 107.510(2), β = 98.630(1), γ = 109.921(2)°. The Ni(Ⅱ) is coordinated with four nitrogen atoms of two BMQU molecules and two oxygen atoms of a HPO42-, forming a distorted-octahedral geometry. The two-dimensional layer structure is formed by the hydrogen bonds and π-π stacking interaction between neighboring molecules. Complex 1 shows a strong blue fluorescence emission (λmax= 456 nm) at solid state.     

Two New Copper(Ⅱ) Complexes with p-Cyanobenzoic Acid: Synthesis,Crystal Structures and Properties

The complexes of [Cu(bpy)(H2O)(CBA)2]n 1 and [Cu(phen)(H2O)(CBA)2]·H2O 2 based on p-cyanobenzoic acid(HCBA) have been synthesized in aqueous ethanolic solution at room temperature. The single-crystal X-ray diffraction studies demonstrated that complex 1 crystallizes in orthorhombic and complex 2 is of triclinic system. The results indicate the complex 1 shows a 1D chain structure bridged by two carboxylic oxygen atoms from CBA–, and complex 2 is a mononuclear structure. Through intermolecular hydrogen bonding and π...π stacking interactions, the complexes are assembled into supramolecular structures. Complex 1 has been characterized by magnetic measurements. The magnetic measurement indicates that weak ferromagnetic interaction(zJ= 0.038(5)) between the Cu2+ ions is dominant in the structure. The IR spectrum and results of thermal and elemental analyses are also presented.     

Two Cd(Ⅱ) and Cu(Ⅱ) Complexes Based on 1-Butylbenzimidazole: Crystal Structures and Weak Interactions

1-Butylbenzimidazole L reacted with Cd(NO3)2·4H2O to afford complex [CdL(NO3)3H2O]·[HL] 1. The heptacoordinated Cd(Ⅱ) center adopts a distorted pentagongal bipyramidal geometry, and complex [CdL(NO3)3H2O]-entity and the protonated benzimidazium salt [HL]+ are connected via N-H···O hydrogen bond to form a dimeric unit [CdL(NO3)3H2O]·[HL]. A 3-D supramolecular network of 1 is formed through N-H···O and O-H···O hydrogen bonds together with π-π stacking interactions. Reaction of L with CuCl2 afforded a mononuclear complex, [CuL2Cl2] 2, in which the tetracoordinated Cu(II) center adopts a distorted tetrahedral geometry. In contrast, 2-D supramolecular layers of 2 are formed by C-H···Cl hydrogen bonds. The fluorescent emission spectra of L, 1 and 2 are described.     

Syntheses,Structures and Photoluminescent Properties of Cd(Ⅱ) Polymeric Complexes Based on 5-Aminoisophthalic Acid and Bipyridine Co-ligands

Two novel complexes, namely {[Cd(AIP)(4,4?-bpy)]·1.3DMF}n(1) and [Cd(AIP)(2,2?- bpy)]n(2), have been synthesized through solvothermal reaction(H2AIP = 5-aminoisophthalic acid, 2,2?-bpy = 2,2?-bipyridine, 4,4?-bpy = 4,4?-bipyridine, and DMF = N,N?-dimethylformamide) and structurally determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Complex 1 shows a three-dimensional(3D) layer-pillar framework with rectangular channels, while complex 2 displays a two-dimensional(2D) wave net architecture. Furthermore, 1 and 2 were characterized by elemental analysis, infrared spectra(IR), thermal gravimetric analyses(TGA) and fluorescence measurements. The luminescent properties of 1 dispersed in various organic solvents have been investigated systematically, demonstrating high selectivity for acetone via the fluorescence quenching effect.     

Syntheses,Crystal Structures and Catalytic Properties of Copper(Ⅱ) and Cobalt(Ⅱ) Complexes Containing 5,6-Dimethylbenzimidazole

Two new complexes, [Cu(DMB)2(NAA)2](1) and [Co(DMB)2(NAA)2](2)(DMB = 5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole, HNNA = 1-naphthylacetic acid), were hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, TGA, PXRD and single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. The coordination geometry of the metal centers is a perfect square plane for 1 and a distorted tetrahedron for 2. In compound 1, the mononuclear units are linked by N–H···O hydrogen bonds to form a 1D chain structure, while mononuclear motifs of 2 are extended via N–H···O hydrogen bonding and π-π stacking interactions into a 2D supramolecular layer. The remarkable catalytic properties of the two complexes for the degradation of Congo red dye have been found.     

A series of novel Zn(Ⅱ) and Mn(Ⅱ) metal-organic frameworks constructed by 2,4-bis-oxyacetate-benzoic acid: syntheses,structures and photoluminescence

A new carboxylic acid ligand, 2,4-bis-oxyacetate-benzoic acid(H3BOABA), was designed and introduced to construct novel metal-organic framework materials. [Zn Na(BOABA)(phen)(H2O)]·H2O(1), Zn Na(BOABA)(2), Mn3(BOABA)2(phen)2(3), [Mn2(BOABA)(OH)]·(H2O)2(4)(CCDC: 885138, 885137, 894225, 883094) were hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectra and thermal gravimetric analyses. Crystal structures of the complexes were determined by single crystal X-ray diffraction method. Complex 1 is a one dimensional double edges non-interpenetrated framework decorated by the phen ligands on the surface. Complex 2 is an unique three dimensional open framework, consisting of Zn(II) and Na(I). Complex 3 is an unique double edges one dimensional MOF containing a [Mn3(BOABA)2(phen)2]n non-interpenetrated structure. Complex 4 is a two dimensional plane structure containing two Mn atoms in the same coordination environment. The interaction between four complexes and DNA were studied by Et Br fluorescence probe. Meanwhile, photoluminescence studies revealed that these four complexes display strong fluorescent emission bands in the solid state at room temperature.     

Synthesis and Crystal Structure of a Novel Ca(Ⅱ) Coordination Polymer Containing Dipyridine Dicarboxylic Ligand

The novel alkaline metal complex Ca(BPDCH)2(1, BPDCH2 = 2,2'-bipyridine-5,5'-dicarboxylic acid) has been synthesized by the hydrothermal reaction of Ca(NO3)2·4H2O with 2,2'-bipyridine-5,5'-dicarboxylic acid. The molecular and crystal structures of complex 1 have firstly been characterized by FTIR, elemental analysis, and X-ray single-crystal diffraction. The 3D MOF structure of complex 1 was interpreted by the versatile binding modes-the intermolecular hydrogen bonds and π-π stacking interactions of 2,2'-bipyridine-5,5'-dicarboxylic acid ligand. The analysis results show complex 1 belongs to a coordination polymer with 3D MOF structure. The results of thermogravimetric analysis and solubility demonstrate complex 1 is a thermostable compound and does not dissolve in water and traditional organic solvents.     

Syntheses,Crystal Structures and Properties of Co（Ⅱ） and Cu（Ⅱ） Complexes with 5-Nitro-1,2,3-benzenetricarboxylic Acid

Two new coordination polymers,{[Co(O2N-Hbtb)(phen)(H2O)3]·2H2O}n 1 and {[Cu3(O2N-btb)2(bipy)2(H2O)4]·4H2O}n 2(O2N-H3btb=5-nitro-1,2,3-benzenetricarboxylic acid,phen=1,10-phenanthroline,bipy=2,2'-bipyridine),were prepared through hydrothermal reactions of Co(Ⅱ) or Cu(Ⅱ) salt with O2N-H3btb in the presence of different auxiliary N-donor ligands.Their crystal structures were determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis and further characterized by elemental analysis and IR spectroscopy.In the two complexes,O2N-H3btb ligand acts as monodentate and bis-monodentate modes,respectively.Complex 1 displays a two-dimensional layered structure through the inter-and intramolecular hydrogen bonding interactions while complex 2 has an O2N-btb bridged one-dimensional chain which is extended into a three-dimensional network by hydrogen bonding interactions.The magnetic properties of complex 2 are investigated over the temperature range of 2～300 K and ferromagnetic interactions are observed.     

Synthesis,Crystal Structure and Physical Properties of a Novel Cadmium(Ⅱ) Supramolecular 3D Framework

A new inorganic-organic hybrid cadmium(Ⅱ) complex [Cd2(H1/2C4BIm)2(CH3COO)]nhas been prepared by a hydrothermal reaction,and characterized by fluorescence,IR,TGA,and single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis.In its crystal structure,there are two kinds of coordinating forms for those Cd(Ⅱ) ions.One is that the Cd(Ⅱ) ion is coordinated by one carboxylate oxygen atom from one acetate oxygen ligand and three benzimidazole nitrogen atoms from three 2,2’-(1,4-butanediyl)bis(1H-benzimidazole)(H2C4BIm) ligands,and the other is that the Cd(Ⅱ) ion is coordinated by four benzimidazole nitrogen atoms from four H2C4 BIm ligands to furnish two distorted tetrahedral coordination geometries.It exhibits a beautiful structure for a 2D layer and a 3D network,with its four-connecting nodes provided by the H2C4 BIm ligands.Furthermore,this complex shows intense luminescent property at room temperature.In [Cd2(H2C2BIm)2(C9H6O4)2]n,the H2C2 BIm ligand lost the role as a bridging ligand because of the shorter alkyl chain compared with that of H2C4 BIm ligand.     

Three New Zn(Ⅱ)/Cd(Ⅱ) Coordination Polymers Constructed with 2-Mercaptonicotinic Acid and 1,2-Di(4-pyridyl)ethylene: Syntheses and Structure Analysis

Three new Zn(Ⅱ)/Cd(Ⅱ) coordination polymers based on 2-mercaptonicotinic acid (H2mna) with 1,2-di(4-pyridyl)ethylene (dpe) introduced as a bridging ligand have been synthesized via hydrothermal method and structurally characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction as well as elemental analysis and IR. As reported in this paper, [Zn2(dpe)0.5(mna)2] (1) can be classified as a two-dimensional layer structure in which the 1D chain composed of Zn(Ⅱ) and mna ligands is bridged by dpe ligands, while the complex named [Zn4(dpe)4(mna)4] (2) is a tetra-nuclear cluster compound. These two compounds are further extended to three-dimensional structures by hydrogen bonds along with C-H…π and π…π interactions. Compound 3 with general formular [Cd2(dpe)0.5(mna)2]·H2O belongs to a three-dimensional porous structure in which the 2D metal layers formed by the coordination of Cd(Ⅱ) and mna ligands are connected with the bridging of dpe ligands.     

Two Zinc(Ⅱ) Complexes Based on 7rany-(1R,2R)-cyclohexanediamine: Molecular Structure Analyses and Preparation of Composite Membrane

Two novel complexes Zn2(chda)2(TPA)Cl2(1) and [Zn(chda)2(H2O)2](TPAXH2O)2(2)[chda is a chiral ligand of trans-(1R,2R)-cyclohexanediamine, H2TPA is terephthalic acid] were synthesized at room temperature. The molecular structures of complexes 1 and 2 were identified by single-crystal X-ray diffraction measurement. The results showed that complex 1 had a binuclear structure, each Zn(Ⅱ) ion was four coordinated by two N atoms of chda, one O atom of TPA and one Cl atom, to construct a distorted tetrahedral geometry. For complex 2, the Zn(Ⅱ) ion was six coordinated by two chda molecules and two water molecules to form a ZnN4O2 octahedral geometry. Complexes 1 and 2 further extended into three-dimensional supramolecular frameworks by hydrogen-bonding interactions. Hirshfeld surface analysis and fingerprint plots were used to further analyze the contribution of diflerent intermolecular interactions. Further, a composite membrane [Zn(chda)2(H2O)2](TPA)(H2O)2/CA was prepared by adding 10%(mass fraction) of complex 2 into cellulose acetate using acetone/chloroform( V:V-1:1) as solvent.     

Hydrothermal Syntheses and Crystal Structures of Zn(Ⅱ) and Co(Ⅱ) Complexes Constructed from 5-Methoxyisophthalic Acid and 1,10-Phenanthroline Ligands

Two new one-dimensional coordination polymers,[Zn(L)(phen)]n 1 and {[Co2(L)2(phen)2]·2H2O}n 2(H2L=5-methoxyisophthalic acid,phen=1,10-phenanthroline),have been obtained by hydrothermal conditions.According to their single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses,complex 1 crystallizes in the monoclinic system,space group P2/c with a=8.9195(11),b=12.3620(15),c=17.0211(18),β=106.690(5)o,V=1797.7(4)3,the final R=0.0298 and wR=0.0715 for 3351 independent reflections with Rint=0.0353.Complex 2 crystallizes in the monoclinic system,space group C2/c with a=24.981(4),b=11.1204(19),c=18.125(3),β=132.5620(10)o,V=3708.5(11)3,the final R=0.0349 and wR=0.0914 for 3424 independent reflections with Rint=0.0214.Both 1 and 2 show L-bridged one-dimensional chain.1 and 2 are further assembled by π-π and hydrogen bonding interactions into 2-D layer structures,and they also display 3-D supramolecular frameworks through their other hydrogen bonds.Zn(Ⅱ) ion is five-coordinated with a distorted trigonal bipyramidal coordination geometry,while Co(Ⅱ) ion is six-coordinated and resides in a distorted octahedral coordination geometry.Additionally,complex 1 shows fluorescence in the solid state at room temperature.     

Synthesis, Characterization and Antimicrobial Activity of Potassium Hydro(benzoyl)(phthalyl)borate and Its Cobalt(II), Nickel(II), and Copper(II) Complexes

A new organoborate ligand, hydro(benzoyl)(phthalyl)borate has been synthesized as its potassium salt (KL) and treatment of KL with one equivalent of MCl2•6H2O gave complexes ML(H2O)x•Cl [x＝2, M＝Co(II), Ni(II); x＝1, M＝Cu(II)]. All compounds were characterized by elemental analysis, FTIR, 1H NMR, ESI MS, UV-Vis techniques, conductivity and magnetic data measurements. Spectroscopic results suggest a square planar geometry in the Cu(II) complex, while the Co(II) and Ni(II) complexes possess an octahedral geometry. Antibacterial activities (in vitro) of the ligand and its metal complexes were studied against two Gram positive (B. subtillis and B. magterium) and two Gram negative bacteria (E. Coli and S. boydi) at a single concentration (75 μg/mL) by using the Disc diffusion method. Antifungal activities (in vitro) were also checked for the compounds by using the same method against Candida albicans 10261, Penicillium sp. and Asperjillius niger., at a single concentration (50 μg/mL). The results showed that all the metal complexes, specially the nickel(II) complex, have higher antibacterial and antifungal activities than the corresponding potassium salt.     

Syntheses,Crystal Structures and Antibacterial Activities of Schiff Base of Nickel(Ⅱ) and Copper(Ⅱ) Complexes

A new kind of Schiff base HL(HL= 1-phenyl-3-methyl-4-(p-methylbenzoyl)-5-pyrazolone with L-Leucine methyl ester) and complexes Ni L′_2·0.75C_2H_5OH·0.25H_2O,Cu L′′2(L′ = 1-phenyl-3-methyl-4-(p-methylbenzoyl)-5-pyrazolone with L-leucine ethyl,L′′ = 1-phenyl-3-methyl-4-(p-methylbenzoyl)-5-pyrazolone with L-leucine) have been synthesized and structurally determined by X-ray diffraction. For HL: crystal structure determination indicates that there are two independent HLs with different conformations in one asymmetric unit. For complex 1: the Ni(Ⅱ) ion is six-coordinated by two carbonyl oxygen atoms from pyrazolone ring,two nitrogen atoms from different HL′ and two oxygen atoms from L-Leucine ethyl ester to form a distorted octahedral geometry. For complex 2: the Cu(Ⅱ) ion is four-coordinated by one carbonyl oxygen atom from the pyrazolone ring,one nitrogen atom from HL′′,and two different carboxylic oxygen atoms from L-leucine with the same conformation to form a distorted quadrilateral geometry.     

Synthesis and magnetic properties of binuclear cobalt(Ⅱ), nickel(Ⅱ) and copper(Ⅱ) complexes bridged by oxamidate group

Four binuclear Co(Ⅱ), Ni(Ⅱ) and Cu(Ⅱ) complexes bridged by oxamidate (oxd) group have been synthesized, namely Co2(byp)2(oxd)(ClO4)2 (1), Co2(Me2bpy)2(oxd)(ClO4)2.H2O (2), Ni2(bpy)2(oxd)(ClO4)2.2H2O (3) and Cu2(Me2bpy)2(oxd)(NO3)2 (4). (bpy=2,2'-bipyridyl, Me2-bpy=4,4'-dimethylbipyridyl, oxd=oxamidate) The complexes are characterized by IR, UV spectra, EPR and variable-temperature magnetic susceptibility (4-300 K). The susceptibility data for. complexes 1 and 3 were least-squares fit to the susceptibility equation derived from the spin Hamiltonian H=-2J . S1 . S2. The exchange integral, J, was found to be equal to -3.62 cm-1 in 1 and -1.82 cm-1 in 3. This indicates a weak antiferromagnetic spin exchange interaction between the metal ions.     

Hydrothermal Synthesis,Crystal Structure and Thermal Stability Properties of the Complex [Cd_2(phen)_2(C_(14)H_(11)O_3)_4(CH_3CH_2OH)]·(CH_3OH)·(H_2O)

A dinuclear cadmium complex [Cd2(phen)2(C14H11O3)4(CH3CH2OH)]·(CH3OH)·(H2O) has been synthesized with benzilic acid and 1,10-phenanthroline by hydrothermal method.The crystal structure was determined by X-ray diffraction with crystal parameters as follows:triclinic system with space group P1,a = 1.21298(10),b = 1.32586(11),c = 2.4815(2) nm,α = 76.2630(10),β = 81.4500(10),γ = 69.1700(10)o,V = 3.6143(5) nm3,Dc = 1.438 g/cm3,Z = 1,F(000) = 1600,the final GOOF = 0.937,R = 0.0521 and wR = 0.1328.In the title complex,the dinuclear structure is defined by carboxyl oxygen atoms adopting a monodentate bridged coordination mode.The coordination environment of Cd(Ⅱ) ion is CdO4N2,giving a distorted octahedral coordination geometry.TG analysis shows that the title complex is stable under 140 ℃.     

Spacer Length Effects on the Structure of Cd(Ⅱ) Coordination Polymers with Flexible Bis(thiabendazolyl)(1) Alkane and 1,2,4,5-Benzenetetracarboxylte Ligands

The hydrothermal reactions of Cd(OAc)2·2H2O with 1,2,4,5-benzenetetracarboxylic acid(H4bta) and 1,4-bis(thiabendazolyl)butane(L1) or 1,6-bis(thiabendazolyl)hexane(L2) afforded two coordination polymers [Cd2(L1)(bta)·2H2O]n(1) and [Cd2(L2)2(H2bta)2]n(2). Complex 1 holds a rare 3D binodal(4,6)-connected framework with fsh topology. Complex 2 features an infinite meandering chain structure, which is further extended via O–H···O hydrogen bonding into a 3D supramolecular network. The thermal and fluorescence proprieties of the two complexes were investigated.     

Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Properties of a Novel Tetranuclear Nickel（II） Complex with Azo-enolic-2-hydroxybenzamide

A novel tetranuclear nickel(Ⅱ) complex [Ni4L2(DMF)2(H2O)2·2DMF] (1,H4L=azo-enolic-2-hydroxybenzamide, DMF=N,N-dimethyl-formamide) has been synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, UV, IR and X-ray single-crystal diffraction characterization. Complex 1 crystallizes in the monoclinic system, space group P21/n with a=8.8944(11), b=14.4583(18), c=18.097(2) , β=90.00(2)o, Z=2 , V=2327.2(5)3 , C40H48N12Ni4O14 , Mr=1155.66, Dc=1.649g/cm 3 , μ=1.672 mm-1 , F(000)=1192, R=0.0392 and wR=0.0958. The local coordination environment around the nickel ions exist a distorted octahedral and quadrangle geometry in the molecular structure. Complex 1 exhibits strong photoluminescent emission in the ultraviolet region at room temperature. The electrochemical studies reveal that redox of Ni 3+ /Ni 2+ in the complex is a quasi-reversible process.     

Hydrothermal Syntheses and Crystal Structures of Two Complexes with Cyclic Dimer and 2D Network Structures of 3-Nitrophthalate and N-Donor Ligand

Two complexes, [Cd(nphth)(2,2'-bipy)(H2O)]2·2H2O(1) and [Cd(nphth)(4,4'-bipy)(H2O)]n(2)(nphth = 3-nitrophthalate, 2,2'-bipy = 2,2'-bipyridine, 4,4'-bipy = 4,4'-bipyridine), were synthesized by hydrothermal reactions and structurally characterized. Complex 1 crystallizes in triclinic with space group P1, a = 0.7599(4), b = 1.0551(6), c = 1.2448(6) nm, α = 88.96(2), β = 75.40(2), γ = 76.76(2)°, V = 0.9393(9) nm3, Z = 1, Dc = 1.816 Mg/m3, F(000) = 512, μ = 1.217 mm-1, S = 0.946, the final R = 0.0238 and w R = 0.0631. Complex 2 crystallizes in monoclinic, space group P21/c, a = 0.737(5), b = 2.338(1), c = 1.0030(6) nm, β = 96.359(9)°, V = 1.803(2) nm3, Z = 4, Dc = 1.826 Mg/m3, F(000) = 984, μ = 1.260 mm-1, S = 1.016, the final R = 0.0455 and wR = 0.1007. Complex 1 exhibits a discrete cyclic binuclear structure and complex 2 possesses a 2D layer structure with cyclic binuclear unit. The fluorescent spectrum study shows that complex 1 exhibits fluorescent emission in the solid state at room temperature.     

Synthesis and Characterization of Two Binuclear Macrocyclic Zinc(Ⅱ) Complexes by Anion Exchange

Two macrocyclic zinc(II) complexes {[ZnL(VO3)2]·0.33H2O}n(1) and [ZnL(H2O)2][Ni(CN)4](2)(L = 5,5,7,12,12,14-hexamethyl-1,4,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradecane) have been obtained from the reactions of [ZnL](ClO4)2 with NH4VO3 and K2[Ni(CN)4], respectively, and structurally characterized by elemental analysis, IR, XRPD, TG and X-ray diffraction. Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses indicated that the Zn(II) atom lies on an inversion center and is octahedrally coordinated by four nitrogen atoms of the tetradentate macrocyclic ligand in the equatorial plane and two oxygen atoms of [VO4] tetrahedra in the axial positions in 1, and two oxygen atoms of two water molecules in 2. Complex 1 shows a three-dimensional structure, which is constructed by the links of [VO3]nn- chains with [ZnL]2+, forming one-dimensional channels occupied by guest water molecules. The monomers of [ZnL(H2O)2]2+ and [Ni(CN)4]2- are connected through the intermolecular hydrogen bonds to form a two-dimensional sheet in complex 2.