Assembly of a New 3D Octamolybdate‐based Compound: Using the Flexible Bis(triazole) ligand with a –(CH2)6– Spacer

Through utilizing the flexible bis(triazole) ligand 1, 6‐bis(1, 2, 4‐triazol‐1‐yl)hexane (btx), a new octamolybdate‐based compound, [Cu₂(btx)₄(β‐Mo₈O₂₆)] · H₂O ( 1 ), was synthesized under hydrothermal conditions. It was characterized by single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction, elemental analyses, IR spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, and cyclic voltammetry. In compound 1 , the [β‐Mo₈O₂₆]^4– anion acts as a bi‐connected inorganic linkage to connect the Cu‐btx moieties. The Cu1‐btx moiety linked by the [β‐Mo₈O₂₆]^4– anions exhibits a 2D layer, while the Cu2‐btx moiety also shows a similar 2D layer. Furthermore, these two 2D moieties construct a 3D framework through sharing the same N7‐containing btx ligands.     

Hydrothermal Synthesis and Structural Characterization of a Novel Organic—Inorganic Hybrid Compound {[Cu（2,2′—bpy）2]2—Mo8O26}

A novel organic-inorganic hybrid compound {[Cu(2,2′-bpy)2]2Mo8O26} has been hydrothermally synthesized and structurally characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. The compound crystallizes in the orthorhombic space group, Pna21,with a=2.4164(5),b=1.8281(4),c=1.1877(2)nm,V=5.247(2)nm^3,Z=4,and final R1=0.0331,wR2=0.0727.The structure consists of discrete {[Cu(2,2′-bpy)2]2Mo8O26} clusters,constructed from a β-octamolybdate subunit[Mo8O26]^4- covalently bonded to two [Cu(2,2′-bpy)2]^2 coordination complex cations via bridging oxo groups.In addition,the spectroscopic properties and thernal behavior of this compound have been investigated by spectroscopic techniques (UV-vis,IR,Raman and EPR spectra) and TG analysis.     

An unusual chain constructed from heteropolyanions and isopolyanions: [{Cu(2,2′-bipy)}6(Mo6O22)][SiMo12O40]

A new compound based on transition metal complexes modified heteropolyanions and isopolyanions: [{Cu(2,2′-bipy)}₆(Mo₆O₂₂)][SiMo₁₂O₄₀] (1) (2,2′-bipy = 2,2′-bipyridine), has been hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR, TG and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. In compound 1, each of the [Mo₆O₂₂]^8? clusters is surrounded by six {Cu(2,2′-bipy)}²⁺ fragments forming [{Cu(2,2′-bipy)}₆(Mo₆O₂₂)]⁴⁺ cations which further alternately link the [SiMo₁₂O₄₀]^4? anions to result in an unusual 1D chain.     

A metal-oxo cluster-supported transition metal complex: synthesis,structure and properties of [Cu(phen)2]2[{Cu(phen)}2Mo8O26]·H2O

[Cu(phen)₂]₂[{Cu(phen)}₂Mo₈O₂₆]·H₂O has been synthesized from MoO₃, H₂MoO₄, Cu(Ac)₂·H₂O and 1,10-phenanthroline in aqueous solution using the hydrothermal method and characterized by single-crystal X-ray structure analysis. The title compound consists of a centrometric β-octamolybdate-supported complex anion [{Cu(phen)}₂Mo₈O₂₆]²⁻, two bis-phenanthroline Cu(I) cations, and one water molecule of crystallization.     

Three 2,2′-biimidazole transition metal complex-supported octamolybdates derived from hexamolybdochromate

Three octamolybdate compounds, namely [Cu(H₂biim)₂]₂[β-Mo₈O₂₆{Cu(H₂biim)₂}₂][β-Mo₈O₂₆] (1), [{Fe(H₂biim)₂(Hbiim)}₂(γ-Mo₈O₂₆)]·5H₂O (2), and [{Co(H₂biim)₂(Hbiim)}₂(γ-H₂Mo₈O₂₆)]·5 H₂O (3) (H₂biim = 2,2′-biimidazole) have been hydrothermally synthesized from the reaction of mixtures of hexamolybdochromate ({CrMo₆}), transition metal, and H₂biim in acetate buffer solution, and characterized by physico-chemical and spectroscopic methods. They represent the first examples of the conversion of hexamolybdochromate to octamolybdate. Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis reveals that compound 1 is composed of a β-[Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ polyoxoanion bi-supported by two [Cu(H₂biim)₂]²⁺ complex cations, an isolated β-[Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ anion, and two [Cu(H₂biim)₂]²⁺ complex cations. The copper complex cations are situated at two different sites and associate with β-[Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ anions to give 2D layers, which are further packed into a 3D framework via strong hydrogen bonding interactions. Compounds 2 and 3 are isostructural, and contain a γ-[Mo₈O₂₆N₂] unit and two symmetrical {M(H₂biim)₂(Hbiim)} (M=Fe or Co) fragments grafted onto the polyoxoanion through Mo–N bonds. The two compounds also exhibit 3D supramolecular frameworks involving hydrogen bonding interactions.     

1D Polyoxometalate‐based Inorganic‐Organic Hybrid Derived from ß‐Octamolybdate — Synthesis and Crystal Structure of [CoII(2, 2′‐bipy)2]2[Mo8O26]

A polyoxometalate‐based inorganic–organic hybrid compound [Co^II(2, 2′‐bpy)₂]₂[Mo₈O₂₆] ( 1 ) was synthesized by hydrothermal methods and structurally characterized by IR spectrum, TG analysis and X‐ray diffraction. The compound crystallizes in the monoclinic system, space group P2₁/n, a = 10.0681(2), b = 16.4467(2), c = 15.7838(3) Å, β = 100.046(1)°, V = 2573.52(8) ų, Z = 2. The structure of 1 is built up from β‐[Mo₈O₂₆]^4? subunits covalently linked via [Co^II(2, 2′‐bpy)₂]²⁺ fragments into a infinite 1D {[Co^II(2, 2′‐bpy)₂]₂[Mo₈O₂₆]}_∞ polymer.     

Hydrothermal Syntheses and Crystal Structures of Compounds Based on <Emphasis Type="Italic">α</Emphasis>- or <Emphasis Type="Italic">β</Emphasis>-[Mo<Subscript>8</Subscript>O<Subscript>26</Subscript>]<Superscript>4−</Superscript> Isomers

Using Cu(II/I)/Ni(II) complex fragments and [Bu₄N]₄[α-Mo₈O₂₆] as precursors, four compounds based on α- or β- octamolybdate isomers, [{Cu(tpdoen)}₂][α-Mo₈O₂₆]·3H₂O 1 (tpdoen = 2-(pyridin-2-ylmethoxy)-N-(2-(pyridin-2-ylmethoxy)ethyl)-N-(pyridin-2-ylmethyl)ethanamine); [{Cu(dpoen)}₂(α-Mo₈O₂₆)] 2 (dpoen = 2-(pyridin-2-ylmethoxy)-N-(pyridin-2-ylmethyl)ethanamine); [{Cu(dpmea)}₂(β-Mo₈O₂₆)] 3 (dpmea = N,N-diethyl-N-(pyridin-2-ylmethyl)ethanaminium); [{Ni(tpoen)}₂(β-Mo₈O₂₆)]·5H₂O 4 (tpoen = 2-(pyridin-2-ylmethoxy)-N,N-bis(pyridin-2-ylmethyl)ethanamine) were hydrothermally synthesized. They have been characterized by elemental analysis, FT-IR, TG analysis and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Compound 1 is a discrete structure constructed from [α-Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ anions and [Cu(tpdoen)]²⁺ coordination cations. The coordination cations aggregate around an octamolybdate anion via hydrogen bonding interactions, forming a “flowerpot” supramolecular network. Compound 2 is constructed from [α-Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ anions bridged through [Cu(dpoen)]²⁺ fragments into a 2D layered grid. Compounds 3 and 4 are Cu(I) and Cu(II) complexes bis-supported by [β-Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ anions, respectively. The electrochemical behaviors of compounds 1–4 modified solid bulk-modified carbon paste electrodes (1-MCPE-4-MCPE) have been studied.     

Hydrothermal synthesis and crystal structure of a 1-D compound constructed from molybdovanadate clusters [V2Mo6O26]6− and copper complexes

A 1-D organic–inorganic hybrid compound, {Cu(en)₂}[V₂Mo₆O₂₆{Cu(en)₂}₂] · 4H₂O [en = ethylenediamine] (1), was hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by IR, UV spectroscopy, TG/DTA analyses, and single crystal X-ray diffraction. The X-ray crystallography analysis reveals an infinitely extended 1-D chain constructed from a molybdovanadate cluster [V₂Mo₆O₂₆]^6? as a building unit, two copper(II) complex fragments, {Cu(en)₂}²⁺, as attached groups and a copper(II) fragment, {Cu(en)₂}²⁺, as a bridging group. Each chain links to adjacent chains through weaker secondary Cu–O interactions forming an interesting 3-D supramolecular architecture.     

A new inorganic–organic hybrid: tetra­imid­azolium octa­molyb­date(VI) containing the β‐form of the [Mo8O26]4− anion

The title compound, (C₃H₅N₂)₄[β‐Mo₈O₂₆], has been prepared from imidazole octamolybdate, (C₃H₅N₂)₄[(C₃H₄N₂)₂(γ‐Mo₈O₂₆)], which was described previously. The γ→β conversion is produced in the presence of Cu(NO₃)₂·3H₂O and is reported for the first time in this work. The X‐ray structure analysis confirmed the presence of the [Mo₈O₂₆]^4? anion. The structure consists of β‐Mo₈O₂₆ polyanions and imidazolium cations. These cations are linked to the terminal and bridging O atoms of the anion by hydrogen bonds.     

Organic‐Inorganic Hybrid Supramolecular Assemblies Based on Isomers [HxAs2Mo6O26](6–x)– Clusters

The arsenomolybdates [H₂As₂Mo₆O₂₆(H₂O)] · (H₂biyb)₂ · 2H₂O ( 1 ) and [H₃As₂Mo₆O₂₆] · (H₃pt)₂ ( 2 ) [biyb = 1,4‐bis(imidazol‐1‐ylmethyl)benzene, pt = 4′‐(3′′‐pyridyl)‐2,3′:6′3′′‐terpyridine] were synthesized via hydrothermal method. The structures of the compounds were characterized by single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction analyses, elemental analyses, IR spectroscopy, and TG analysis. Compounds 1 and 2 exhibit two isomeric forms of [H_xAs₂Mo₆O₂₆]^(6–x)–. The structure of 1 is constructed from the B‐type [H₂As₂Mo₆O₂₆(H₂O)]^4– polyanions and free biyb ligands via weak interactions to form 3D supramolecular framework with a {3 · 4 · 5³ · 6}{3 · 4³ · 5²}{3 · 5 · 6}²{3 · 5²}² topology structure. In compound 2 , the A‐type [H₃As₂Mo₆O₂₆]^3– clusters are surrounded by pt ligands through hydrogen bond interactions forming 3D supramolecular framework with a {4³ · 6³}²{4⁶ · 6⁶ · 8³} topology structure. The electrochemical behaviors, electrocatalytic and photocatalytic activities of 1 and 2 are detected.     

Hydrothermal synthesis and characterization of a novel polyoxometallate-templated three-dimensional supramolecular network

The well-known polyoxomolybdate anion [Mo₈O₂₆]^4? has been used as a noncoordinating anionic template for the construction of a novel three-dimensional (3D) supramolecular network, [Co(phen)₃]₂[Mo₈O₂₆]·?2.5H₂O (1) (phen?=?o-phenanthroline). Compound 1 has been characterized by elemental analyses, IR spectrum, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), TG analysis and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis reveals that [Co(phen)₃]²⁺ coordination complexes are packed together via aromatic?π–π?stacking and hydrogen-bonding interactions, and exhibit an interesting 3D supramolecular network with one-dimensional (1D) box-like channels in which the octamolybdate anions reside.     

Chemical Adaptability: The Integration of Different Kinds of Matter into Giant Molecular Metal Oxides

Unique properties of the two giant wheel‐shaped molybdenum‐oxides of the type {Mo₁₅₄}≡[{Mo₂}{Mo₈}{Mo₁}]₁₄ ( 1 ) and {Mo₁₇₆}≡[{Mo₂}{Mo₈}{Mo₁}]₁₆ ( 2 ) that have the same building blocks either 14 or 16 times, respectively, are considered and show a “chemical adaptability” as a new phenomenon regarding the integration of a large number of appropriate cations and anions, for example, in form of the large “salt‐like” {M(SO₄)}₁₆ rings (M=K⁺, NH₄⁺), while the two resulting {Mo₁₄₆ (K(SO₄))₁₆} ( 3 ) and {Mo₁₄₆ (NH₄(SO₄))₁₆} ( 4 ) type hybrid compounds have the same shape as the parent ring structures. The chemical adaptability, which also allows the integration of anions and cations even at the same positions in the {Mo₄O₆}‐type units of 1 and 2 , is caused by easy changes in constitution by reorganisation and simultaneous release of (some) building blocks (one example: two opposite orientations of the same functional groups, that is, of H₂O{Mo?O} ( I ) and O?{Mo(H₂O)} ( II ) are possible). Whereas Cu²⁺ in [(H₄Cu^II₅)Mo^V₂₈Mo^VI₁₁₄O₄₃₂(H₂O)₅₈]^26? ( 5 a ) is simply coordinated to two parent O^2? ions of {Mo₄O₆} and to two fragments of type II , the SO₄^2? integration in 3 and 4 occurs through the substitution of two oxo ligands of {Mo₄O₆} as well as two H₂O ligands of fragment I . Complexes 3 and now 4 were characterised by different physical methods, for example, solutions of 4 in DMSO with sophisticated NMR spectroscopy (EXSY, DOSY and HSQC). The NH₄⁺ ions integrated in the cluster anion of 4 “communicate” with those in solution in the sense that the related H⁺ ion exchange is in equilibrium. The important message: the reported “chemical adaptability” has its formal counterpart in solutions of “molybdates”, which can form unique dynamic libraries containing constituents/building blocks that may form and break reversibly and can lead to the isolation of a variety of giant clusters with unusual properties.     

A new cation induced chain-like complex [Cu(H2tea)(H2O)(imi)][Cu(H3tea)(imi)][Na{Mo8O26}] · 4H2O

A new complex [Cu(H₂tea)(H₂O)(imi)][Cu(H₃tea)(imi)][Na{Mo₈O₂₆}] · 4H₂O (H₃tea =triethanolamine, imi = imidazole) has been synthesized in aqueous solution and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, thermal gravimetric analysis, and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. X-ray diffraction reveals that β-[Mo₈O₂₆]^4? polyanions are linked by sodium ions to form a chain. The coppers are five- and six-coordinate for [Cu(H₃tea)(imi)]²⁺ and [Cu(H₂O)(H₂tea)(imi)]⁺, respectively. Crystal packing is due to hydrogen bonds and π ··· π stacking interactions, giving a 3-D polymeric network. The magnetic properties of the title compound are also presented.     

POM‐Catalyzed In Situ Ligand Synthesis for the Construction of Metal Complexes and Their Use in the Formation of Coordination Polymers

Six organic–inorganic hybrid materials were synthesized by the in situ oxidation of neocuproine by using MoO₃/Na₂MoO₄ as the catalyst in the presence of Cu(NO₃)₂. The crystal structures of Mo8‐Cu4‐PHEN and Mo8‐Cu2‐5(2PIC) are composed of [Mo₈O₂₆]^4? polyoxometalate (POM) units, whereas the crystal structure of Mo6‐Cu‐COPHEN is composed of a [Mo₆O₁₉]^2? POM unit; both POM units could be considered as the active form of the catalyst. Reaction of the hybrid materials with 1,3,5‐benzenetricarboxylic acid (BTC) resulted in the formation of two different coordination polymers (CPs) under different reaction conditions. These CPs, depending on their structural attributes, exhibit distinct differences in the adsorption of H₂, CO₂, and water. The use of 2‐methylpyridine instead of neocuproine does not give any oxidation products under the same reaction conditions due to the incorrect positioning of the methyl group with respect to the Cu^II center.     

catena‐Poly­[[heptakis­(di­methyl­form­amide‐κO)­di‐μ4‐oxo‐tetra‐μ3‐oxo‐hexa­deca‐μ2‐oxo‐tetra­oxo­lan­than­um(III)­octamolybdenum(IV)]‐μ‐sodium(I)]

The title compound, [NaLaMo₈O₂₆(C₃H₇NO)₇]_n, contains infinite chains of [Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ units supporting di­methyl­form­amide‐coordinated La^III cations and linked by Na⁺ cations. The lanthanum center adopts a nine‐coordinate geometry and the Na atom is sandwiched between two β‐[Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ units.     

Hydrothermal Synthesis and Crystal Structure of Two New α-Keggin Derivatives Decorated by Transition Metal Complexes

Two new neutral Keggin-polyoxometalate derivatives: [{Co(2,2′-bipy)₂(H₂O)}₂]–[PMo^VI₇Mo^V₅O₄₀(V^IVO)₂] (1) and [{Ni(phen)₂(H₂O)}₂](H₃O) [PMo^VI₁₀Mo^V₂O₄₀] · 4H₂O (2) have been synthesized under hydrothermal conditions and characterized by i.r., t.g. analysis, x.p.s. spectra and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. In the case of (1), the polyoxoanion cluster [PMo₁₂O₄₀]⁸⁻ is capped by two vanadium atoms via four bridging oxo groups on two opposite {Mo₄O₄} pits of the Keggin polyoxoanion. Two {Co (2,2′-bipy)₂(H₂O)} fragments are supported on the two vanadium atoms through two terminal oxygen atoms from two vanadium atoms. In (2), two {Ni(phen)₂(H₂O)}²⁺ moieties are linked to the molybdophosphate cluster [PMo₁₂O₄₀] core to form a neutral bimetallic cluster. Furthermore, through the linkages of π – π stacking interactions and hydrogen bond contacts, extended three-dimensional supramolecular networks in the solid of (1) and (2) were formed.     

Synthesis and Electrochemical Properties of a New 1D Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Compound Based on Keggin-Type Heteropolyanions and Isopolyanions Decorated by Transition Metal Fragments

A new chain-like organic–inorganic hybrid compound composed of the heteropolyanions and isopolyanions, [{Cu^II(2,2′-bpy)}₆(Mo^VMo^VI ₅O₂₂)] [PMo^VI ₁₂O₄₀] · H₂O 1 (bpy = 2,2′-bipyridine) has been hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, TG analysis, XPS spectrum and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data for compound 1: monoclinic, space group P _2(1)/c, a = 13.9382(14) Å, b = 20.0300(19) Å, c = 17.1757(17) Å, β = 94.054(2)°, V = 4783.2(8) ų, Z = 2. The Keggin-heteropolyanion [PMo₁₂O₄₀]^3? and the Cu-supporting isopolyanion [{Cu(2,2′-bpy)}₆(Mo₆O₂₂)]³⁺ building units are bridged through the O–Cu–O bridges into 1D infinite chain. Note that, the [{Cu(2,2′-bpy)}₆(Mo₆O₂₂)]³⁺ unit, which contains a rarely reported isopolyanion [Mo₆O₂₂]^9? decorated by six [Cu(2,2′-bpy)] fragments. Furthermore, the electrochemical behavior of a 1-modified carbon paste electrode (1-CPE) and its electrocatalytic reduction of nitrite were investigated.     

Bis[diaquabis(2,2‐bipyridine N,N′‐dioxide‐κ2O,O′)cobalt(II)] ξ‐octamolybdate dihydrate

The title organic–inorganic hybrid compound, [Co(C₁₀H₈N₂O₂)₂(H₂O)₂]₂[Mo₈O₂₆]·2H₂O, consists of [Co(bpdo)₂(H₂O)₂]²⁺ (bpdo is 2,2‐bipyridine N,N′‐dioxide) and ξ‐[Mo₈O₂₆]⁴⁻ groups in a 2:1 ratio, plus two water solvent molecules. The independent Co atom in the cation is coordinated by four O atoms from two bpdo ligands and two water molecules, in a distorted octahedral geometry. The counter‐anions, built up around a symmetry center, are linked by solvent water molecules through O—H...O hydrogen bonds to generate two‐dimensional layers, which are in turn linked by coordinated water molecules from the cationic units through further O—H...O hydrogen bonds, forming a three‐dimensional supramolecular structure.     

A New Polynuclear Copper‐Complex‐Substituted Tungstoarsenate(V)

A new polynuclear copper‐complex‐substituted dimeric tungstoarsenate(V), H₂[{Cu(2,2′‐bpy)}₈(H₂O)₂(AsW₉O₃₄)₂] · 12H₂O ( 1 ) (2,2′‐bpy = 2,2′‐bipydine), was synthesized hydrothermally and its structure was determined by single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction. The title compound has Ci symmetry and consists of two trilacunary Keggin anions [α‐AsW₉O₃₄]^9– supported by eight copper complex cations. The compound was also characterized by IR and fluorescence spectroscopy, TG analysis, and magnetic measurements. The emission spectrum of the compound in solid‐state exhibits a redshift relative to those of Na₈[A‐HAsW₉O₃₄] · 11H₂O and the free ligand 2,2′‐bpy. Magnetic measurements of the compound indicate competing ferro‐ and antiferromagnetic intramolecular coupling among the Cu^II atoms in the cluster anion.     

Modified polyoxometalate: a novel monocapped bi‐supporting and reduced α‐Keggin structure {PMo12O40[Cu(2,2′‐bpy)]}[Cu(2,2′‐bpy)(en)(H2O)]2

A novel modified polyoxometalate, {PMo₁₂O₄₀[Cu(2,2′‐bpy)]}[Cu(2,2′‐bpy)(en)(H₂O)]₂ [2,2′‐bpy is 2,2′‐bipyridyl (C₁₀H₈N₂) and en is ethylenediamine (C₂H₈N₂)], has been synthesized hydrothermally and structurally characterized by elemental analysis, TG, IR, XPS and single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction. The structural analysis reveals that the compound contains the reduced Keggin polyanion [PMo₁₂O₄₀]^6? as the parent unit, which is monocapped by [Cu(2,2′‐bpy)]²⁺ fragments via four bridging O atoms on an {Mo₄O₄} pit and bi‐supported by two [Cu(2,2′‐bpy)(en)(H₂O)]²⁺ coordination cations simultaneously. There exist strong intramolecular π–π stacking between the capping and supporting units, which play a stabilizing role during the crystallization of the compound. Adjacent POM clusters are further aggregated to form a three‐dimensional supramolecular network through noncovalent forces, hydrogen bonding and π–π stacking interactions. In addition, the photocatalytic properties were investigated in detail, and the results indicated that the compound can be used as a photocatalyst towards the decomposition of the organic pollutant methylene blue (MB).