Synthesis and Characterization of Chiral Mercury（II） and Cadmium（II） Complexes with 3,3＇-Bipyridine-5,5＇,6,6＇-tetramethyl-2,2＇-dimethoxy-1,1＇-biphenyl

Two homochiral mercury (1) and cadmium (2) complexes derived from chiral twisted biphenyl pyridine ligand (3,3'-bipyridine-5,5',6,6'-tetramethyl-2,2'-dimethoxy-1,1'-biphenyl) have been synthesized and characterized by IR, microanalysis, TGA, UV-Vis, powder and single-crystal X-ray crystallography. Both 1 and 2 crystallize in orthorhombic space group P21212 with Z = 2. For 1, a = 14.2038(16), b = 14.3630(17), c = 7.0257(8), V = 1433.3(3)3, Mr = 878.91, Dc = 2.037 g/cm3, μ = 7.549 mm-1, F(000) = 824, the final GOF = 1.017, R = 0.0296 and wR = 0.0645 for 2925 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). For 2, a = 14.212(3), b = 14.392(3), c = 7.0498(14), V = 1442.0(5)3, Mr = 790.72, Dc = 1.821 g/cm3, μ = 2.924 mm-1, F(000) = 760, the final GOF = 1.075, R = 0.0340 and wR = 0.0834 for 3144 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). The crystal structures of 1 and 2 are isostructural and each adopts a two-dimensional supramolecular network which contains the C-H···π interactions.     

Syntheses, Crystal Structures and Characterization of Two New Cadmium（II） Arsonates

Two cadmium arsonate coordination polymers, Cd(HL1)2 (1, H2L1 = 4-aminophenylarsonatic acid) and Cd(H2L2)2·2H2O (2, H3L2 = 2-(4-arsonphenylamino)acetic acid), have been synthesized and characterized by IR and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Crystal data for 1: triclinic, space group P1 with a = 5.7559(12), b = 7.0903(14), c = 8.9925(18), α = 89.04(3), β = 80.79(3), γ = 85.09(3)o, Dc = 2.496 g·cm-3, μ = 6.095 mm-1, F(000) = 260, Z = 1, the final R = 0.0574 and wR = 0.1376 for 1489 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). And those for 2: monoclinic, space group P21/c with a = 4.7595(10), b = 9.925(2), c = 22.609(5), β = 91.81(3)°, Dc = 2.167 g·cm-3, μ = 4.168 mm-1, F(000) = 684, Z = 2, the final R = 0.0335 and wR = 0.0815 for 2340 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). The structure of 1 shows a two-dimensional layer consisting of inorganic chains of {CdN2(AsO3)2} along the a axis linking with the phenyl groups. These layers are further linked through strong interlayer hydrogen bonding interaction to form a three-dimensional hydrogen bond supramolecular architecture. Compound 2 has inorganic chains of {CdO2(AsO3)2} similar to 1, which connect with four adjacent inorganic chains forming a three-dimensional framework.     

Syntheses, Crystal Structures and Fluorescence Properties of Two Pb（II） 1-Naphthoate Complexes

Two new 1-naphthoate-based Pb(Ⅱ) complexes, [Pb(phen)(NA)2]n 1 and [Pb(bpp)(NA)2]n 2 (NA = 1-naphthoate, phen = 1,10-phenanthroline, and bpp = 1,3-bi(4-pyri- dyl)propane), were hydrothermally synthesized and structurally characterized. 1 is of monoclinic system, space group C2/c with a = 28.114(3), b = 10.9601(10), c = 8.6843(8) , β = 93.3760(10)°, V = 2671.3(4) 3, Dc = 1.814 g/cm3, Mr = 729.73, Z = 4, F(000) = 1416, μ = 6.360 mm-1, the final R = 0.0346 and wR = 0.0948 for 2184 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). Complex 2 crystallizes in monoclinic, space group C2/c with a = 26.491(2), b = 8.7773(6), c = 27.893(2) , β = 113.3020(10)°, V = 5956.8(8)3, Dc = 1.668 g/cm3, Mr = 747.78, Z = 8, F(000) = 2928, μ = 5.706 mm-1, the final R = 0.0211 and wR = 0.0493 for 3677 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). Both complexes present one-dimensional (1-D) zigzag chains extended by anionic NA linkers for 1 and bridged by neutral bpp connectors for 2, which are further aggregated into 2-D supramolecular networks by interchain π···π stacking interactions. In addition, the two solid-state complexes exhibit different strong emissions at room temperature, suggesting their potential applications as fluorescence materials.     

Syntheses and Crystal Structures of Two New Macrocyclic Compounds

Two new macrocyclic compounds, [Cu2(L)2](ClO4)4·2CH3OH (1) and [Cu(L)](ClO4)2·2H2O (2) (L = 1,3,10,12,15,18-hexaazatetracyclodocosane) were synthesized by condensation reactions involving amines and formaldehyde in the presence of copper anion. Compound 1 crystallizes in triclinic, space group Pí with a = 10.442(2), b = 14.197(3), c = 17.388(4), α = 91.218(4), β = 90.69(3), γ = 93.756(4)o, V = 2520.4(9)3, Z = 2, F(000) = 1260, Dc = 1.589 Mg/m3, Mr = 1205.92, μ = 1.137 mm-1, λ = 0.71073, the final R = 0.0668 and wR = 0.1573 for 9703 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). Compound 2 crystallizes in monoclinic, space group C2/c with a = 16.911(2), b = 11.4172(15), c = 27.059(4), β = 107.787(2)o, V = 4974.7(12)3, Z = 8, F(000) = 2504, Dc = 1.610 Mg/m3, Mr = 602.92, μ = 1.155 mm-1, λ = 0.71073 , the final R = 0.0419 and wR = 0.1131 for 4374 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I).     

Syntheses, Crystal Structures and Characterization of Layered and Layer-pillared Zinc Arsonates

Two zinc arsonate coordination polymers, Zn(4-apa)·H2O (1, 4-apaH2 = 4-amino- phenylarsonatic acid) and Zn(4-apa) (2), have been hydrothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR and single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction. Crystal data for 1: monoclinic, space group C2/c with a = 23.056(5), b = 5.4224(11), c = 15.027(3) , β = 121.22(3)°, V = 1606.6(6) ?3, Dc = 2.468 g·cm-3, F(000) = 1168, μ = 7.122 mm-1, Z = 8, the final R = 0.0309 and wR = 0.0752 for 1763 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). For 2: monoclinic, space group P21/c with a = 8.7852(18), b = 9.2744(19), c = 9.752(2) , β = 103.45(3)°, V = 772.7(3)3, Dc = 2.410 g·cm-3, F(000) = 544, μ = 7.387 mm-1, Z = 4, the final R = 0.0321 and wR = 0.0741 for 1696 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). The structure of 1 shows a two-dimensional (4,4)-network composed of an inorganic ladder chain bridged by the phenyl-linkers of 4-apa ligands. Compound 2 exhibits a 3D layer-pillared framework with crb net, in which inorganic (4-82)-networks are joined by the phenyl-linkers.     

Syntheses, Crystal Structures and Magnetism of Two New Coordination Polymers [Ni（bix）2Cl2]n and [Co（bix）Cl2]n

The self-assembly reactions of MIICl2 (M = Ni, Co) with the flexible bix ligand [bix = 1,4-bis(imidazole-1-ylmethyl)benzene] yielded a 2D network [NiII(bix)2Cl2]n 1 and a 1D chain [CoII(bix)Cl2]n 2. Their crystal structures have been determined by X-ray single-crystal diffraction analysis. Complex 1 characters a two-dimensional grid-type structure and crystallizes in monoclinic, space group P21/c with a = 7.7231(7), b = 12.7787(9), c = 13.9374(13) , β = 105.419(4)o, C28H28Cl2N8Ni, Mr = 606.19, Ζ = 2, V = 1326.0(2) 3, Dc = 1.518 g/cm3, μ = 0.969 mm-1, F(000) = 628, R = 0.0429 and wR = 0.0783 for 2503 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)). Compound 2 is a one-dimensional chain and crystallizes in orthorhombic, space group Pbca with a = 11.3696(6), b = 10.2128(6), c = 14.4943(9) , C14H14Cl2CoN4, Mr = 368.12, Z = 4, V = 1683.01(17) 3, Dc = 1.453 g/cm3, μ = 1.334 mm-1, F(000) = 748, R = 0.0317 and wR = 0.0800 for 1778 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)). Magnetic properties of the title complexes were also investigated.     

Two New Coordination Polymers Containing Metal-carboxylate Helix

Two novel compounds, {[Cd(nbdc)(bpp)(H2O)]·H2O}n 1 and {[Cd(nbdc)(dpds)-(H2O)]·H2O}n 2(H2nbdc = 4-nitro-1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, bpp = 1,3-bis(4-pyridyl)propane and dpds = 4,4ˊ-dipyridyldisulfide), were solvothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis(TGA), fluorescent analysis and single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Complex 1 is of monoclinic system, space group P21/c with a = 14.4370(17), b = 8.4090(10), c = 19.168(2) , β = 104.5050(10)°, V = 2252.8(5) 3, Dc = 1.639 g/cm3, Mr = 555.81, Z = 4, F(000) = 1120, μ = 1.022 mm-1, the final R = 0.0269 and wR = 0.0599 for 16656 observed reflections with I 2σ(I). 2 is isostructural to 1 with a = 14.4175(11), b = 8.4737(7), c = 18.0120(14) , β = 106.7220(10)°, V = 2107.5(3)3, Dc = 1.821 g/cm3, Mr = 577.85, Z = 4, F(000) = 1152, μ = 1.287 mm-1, the final R = 0.0280 and wR = 0.0705 for 15136 observed reflections with I 2σ(I). Both complexes present intimately related structures featuring infinite Cd-carboxylate helix of [CdⅡ(nbdc)(H2O)]n connected by bpp(or dpds) molecule to produce the 2D layer frameworks.     

Silver(Ⅰ) Complexes with Mixed Diphosphine Ligands:Syntheses,Characterization and Spectroscopic Properties

Two novel silver(I) complexes [Ag(DPEphos)(dppe)]Cl O4(1) and [Ag(DPEphos)-(dppe)]SCN(2)(DPEphos = bis[2-(diphenylphosphino)phenyl]ether, dppe = bis(diphenylphosphino)ethane) are synthesized and characterized by IR, 1H/31 P NMR spectroscopy and fluorescence spectra. Complex 1 crystallizes in monoclinic, space group P21/c with a = 14.8821(12), b = 12.6620(11), c = 36.025(3) ?, β = 112.633(2)°, V = 6265.7(9) ?3, C62H52 Cl O5P4Ag, Mr = 1144.24, Z = 4, Dc = 1.213 g/cm3, F(000) = 2352, μ = 0.510 mm-1, the final R = 0.0616 and w R = 0.1192 for 4003 observed reflections(I 2σ(I)). Complex 2 crystallizes in monoclinic, space group P21/c with a = 14.9021(13), b = 12.6100(11), c = 35.920(3) ?, β = 112.852(2)°, V = 6220.2(9) ?3, C63H52NOP4 SAg, Mr = 1102.87, Z = 4, Dc = 1.178 g/cm3, F(000) = 2272, μ = 0.498 mm-1, the final R = 0.0912 and w R = 0.1706 for 3287 observed reflections(I 2σ(I)). In mono-nuclear complexes 1 and 2, the Ag(I) atom is chelated by DPEphos and dppe ligand. In the 31 P NMR spectra, there are splitting signals(doublets or triplets) which can be attributed to the coupling of the 107,109Ag–31P(from DPEphos or dppe ligand). All the emission peaks of these complexes are attributed to ligand-centered(π-π*) transitions.     

Supramolecular Formation via Hydrogen Bonding in Copper and Nickel Complexes with 2-Hydroxynicotinic Acid

Two complexes,Cu(HnicO)2 1 and Ni(HnicO)2(H2O)2 2 (H2nicO=2-hydroxy-nicolinic acid),were synthesized by hydrothermal reactions and structurally characterized. Complex 1 crystallizes in monoclinic,space group P21/n,with a=8.314(7),b=6.275(4),c=11.283(7),β =98.32(3)°,V=582.5(7)3,Z=2,Mr=339.74,Dc=1.937 g/cm3,F(000)=342,μ=1.908 mm-1,S =1.097,the final R=0.0284 and wR=0.0781 for 1177 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). Complex 2 crystallizes in monoclinic,space group P21/c,with a=7.438(5),b=12.22(1),c=7.537(5),β=100.07(3)°,V=674.3(8)3,Z=2,Mr=370.95,Dc=1.827 g/cm3,F(000)=380,μ =1.487 mm-1,S=1.041,the final R=0.0335 and wR=0.0779 for 1202 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I). There are extended 3D framework structures in complexes 1 and 2 due to the N–H…O and C–H…O hydrogen bonds. The copper atom in 1 has square planar coordination,while the nickel atom in 2 adopts octahedral coordination geometry. The TG curve shows that complex 2 is stable in solid state to 150 ℃.     

Syntheses and Crystal Structures of Two Silver（Ⅰ） Complexes with Organic Carboxylic Acid and Bidentate N-donor Ligands

The title complexes(NH4)[Ag(dpe)(H2bptc)](1) and Ag2(bpy)(ox)·7H2O(2) were synthesized via slow evaporation at room temperature,and characterized by elemental analysis and infrared spectra.The crystal of 1 crystallizes in triclinic,space group P1 with a = 8.3959(7),b = 11.8088(12),c = 12.8175(13) ,α = 85.507(2),β = 79.245(1),γ = 84.174(2)o,V = 1239.7(2) 3,Z = 2,C28H22AgN3O8,Mr = 636.36,Dc = 1.705 g/cm3,F(000) = 644 and μ(MoKα) = 0.874 mm-1.The final R = 0.0479 and wR = 0.1426 for 3632 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I) and R = 0.0559 and wR = 0.1503 for all data.The crystal of 2 crystallizes in orthorhombic,space group Pnna with a = 17.2291(17),b = 7.5289(6),c = 21.369(2),V = 2771.9(4) 3,Z = 4,C22H30Ag2N4O11,Mr = 742.24,Dc = 1.779 g/cm3,F(000) = 1488 and μ(MoKα) = 1.476 mm-1.The final R = 0.0648 and wR = 0.2058 for 1996 observed reflections with I > 2σ(I) and R = 0.0769 and wR = 0.2192 for all data.X-ray diffraction reveals that in complexes 1 and 2,both 1,2-di(4-pyridyl)ethylene and 4,4'-bipyridine act as typical bidentate N-donor ligands to link two Ag centers.3,3'4,4'-Biphenyltetracarboxylate and oxalate anions play the role of organic linkers and counter-ions to balance the cationic charge of AgI.The rich hydrogen-bonding interactions and ligand-unsupported Ag…Ag interactions as well as π-π stacking interactions contribute to the construction of three-dimensional sandwich-like frameworks.     

Synthesis and Crystal Structure of 3-Methyl-10-(4-nitrophenyl)-7,8,10,10a-tetrahydropyrano[4,3-b]chromene-1,9(4aH,6H)-dione

The title compound (C19H15NO6) was synthesized via a three-component reaction and characterized by means of IR and 1H NMR. Its crystal and molecular structures were determined by X-ray diffractometry. It belongs to the monoclinic system, space group P21/c with a = 11.670(3), b = 12.076(3), c = 11.613(3), β = 99.490(4)°, V = 1614.2(7)3, Mr = 353.32, Z = 4, Dc = 1.454 g/cm3, λ = 0.71073, μ = 0.110 mm-1, F(000) = 736, the final R = 0.0503 and wR = 0.1311. A total of 8454 reflections were collected, of which 3497 were independent (Rint = 0.0333) and 2102 were observed with I > 2σ(I).     

Synthesis, Structure and Luminescent Properties of Polymeric Copper（Ⅰ） Halide Complexes Bearing Phosphine and N-donor Bridging Ligands

Three polymeric copper(I) halide complexes bearing phosphine and N-donor bridging ligands,[(PPh3)2Cu2(μ-Br)2(μ-4,4′-bipy)]∞ 1 (bipy=bipyridine),[(PPh3)2Cu2(μ-Br)2(μ-bpe)]∞ 2 (bpe=trans-1,2-bis(4-pyridyl)ethene) and [(PPh3)2Cu2(μ-Cl)2(μ-bpe)]∞ 3,were synthe-sized by the multilayer diffusion method,and the structures were refined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Complex 1 crystallizes in triclinic,space group P1 with a=9.122(3),b=9.322(3),c=13.201(4),α=106.440(4),β=105.965(5),γ=94.167(5)°,V=1021.3(6) 3,Mr=967.62,Z=1,Dc=1.573 g/cm3,F(000)=486,μ=3.111 mm-1,the final R=0.0383 and wR=0.0960 for 2792 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)). Complex 2 crystallizes in triclinic,space group P1 with a=9.420(3),b=10.209(4),c=12.407(4),α=104.136(6),β=108.132(5),γ=95.338(6)°,V=1081.0(7) 3,Mr=496.83,Z=2,Dc=1.526 g/cm3,F(000)=500,μ=2.941 mm-1,the final R= 0.0445 and wR=0.1117 for 3251 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)). Complex 3 crystallizes in triclinic,space group P1 with a=8.32(1),b=11.53(2),c=13.94(3),α=109.57(3),β=93.85(3),γ= 97.28(3)°,V=1242(4) 3,Mr=1074.59,Z=1,Dc=1.436 g/cm3,F(000)=548,μ=1.279 mm-1,the final R=0.0786 and wR=0.1586 for 2266 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)). The complexes exhibit intensive solid-state photoluminescence tentatively assigned to an admixture of triplet intraligand (IL) and metal-to-ligand charge-transfer (MLCT) excited state.     

Synthesis and Characterization of Nickel（Ⅱ） Complex Bearing 2,9- di-tert-butyl-1,10-phenanthroline Ligand

The complex DtbpNiCl2(Dtbp = 2,9-di-tert-butyl-1,10-phenanthroline) was synthe- sized and characterized by X-ray single-crystal structure analysis. For the complex: C20 H24 Cl2 N2 Ni CH2 Cl2, Mr = 506.95, monoclinic, space group P21 /c, a = 9.5905(3), b = 13.7587(3), c = 17.3364(5), β = 94.244(2)°, V = 2281.31(11)3, Z = 4, Dc = 1.476 g/cm3, λ = 1.54184, μ = 5.606 mm-1, F(000) = 1048, S = 1.079, R = 0.0402 and wR = 0.1010 for 3223 observed reflections with I 2σ(I). In complex DtbpNiCl2, the nickel adopts a distorted tetrahedral geometry coordinated by two nitrogen atoms of Dtbp and two chlorine ions. The complex is connected by intermolecular C–H···Cl hydrogen bonds to form a 1D structure in the solid state.     

Synthesis,Crystal Structure and Antitumor Activity of N-（4-tert-butyl-5-（4-chlorobenzyl）thiazol-2-yl）-2,6-difluorobenzamide

The title compound was synthesized by the reaction of 4-tert-butyl-5-(4-chlorobenzyl)-2-aminothiazole with 2,6-difluorobenzoic acid. The crystal structure of the title compound, C21H19ClF2N2OS, was determined by single-crystal X-ray diffraction. The crystal belongs to the triclinic system, space group Pbca with a = 12.6479(13), b = 13.1204(13), c = 14.1341(15), Z = 4, V = 2011.5(4)3, Mr = 420.89, Dc = 1.390 g/cm3, S = 1.023, μ = 0.326 mm-1, F(000) = 872, the final R = 0.0365 and wR = 0.0880 for 6101 observed reflections(I 2σ(I)), and R = 0.0507, wR = 0.0978 for 7779 independent reflections. X-ray crystal structure displays that the hydrogen bonding interactions observed link the molecules to form a dimeric unit. The preliminary biological test of the title compound shows good antitumor activity, with IC50 of 0.046 μmol/mL against the Hela cell line.     

Synthesis,Crystal Structure and Luminescent Properties of One New Ag（I） Complex Based on 3-Aminopyrazine-2-carboxylic Acid

One new AgI complex, [Ag(apca)(H2O)]n(Hapca = 3-aminopyrazine-2-carboxylic acid), has been prepared and structurally and spectroscopically characterized. The title complex(1) crystallizes in the monoclinic system P21/c(No. 14) with a = 14.3307(9), b = 14.9296(9), c = 6.5824(4) ?, β = 92.7430(10)o, V = 1406.70(15) ?3, Z = 8. M3r = 264.00, Dc = 2.493 g/cm, μ = 2.831 mm-1, F(000) = 1024, the final R = 0.0266 and wR = 0.0788 for 3107 observed reflections with I 2σ(I). Its structure features a three-dimensional(3D) network composed of one-dimensional(1D) [Ag(apca)(H2O)]n ribbons interconnected via weak hydrogen bonds and π-π interactions. Emission spectra of the title complex in the solid state at room temperature give strong green luminescence.     

Synthesis and Crystal Structure of N-methyl-N-((2-(p-tolyl)quinolin-4-yl)methyl)aniline

Compound 1, N-methyl-N-((2-(p-tolyl)quinolin-4-yl)methyl)aniline (C24H22N2), as a potential drug for the treatment of acid-related diseases has been synthesized via palladium-catalyzed intramolecular hydroarylation. The compound was characterized by MS and NMR spectra. Meanwhile, the crystal of 1 was obtained and determined by X-ray single-crystal diffraction. Crystal data: triclinic system, space group Pī, a = 5.548(5), b = 11.545(10), c = 14.546(12), α = 90.427(15), β = 90.727(14), γ = 101.099(16)°, V = 914.1(13)3, Z = 2, F(000) = 360, Dc = 1.230 g/cm3, μ = 0.072 mm-1, R = 0.0564 and wR = 0.1616 for 9768 independent reflections (Rint = 0.0447) and 3003 observed ones (I > 2σ(I)).     

Synthesis, Crystal Structure and Antibacterial Activity of Two Hydrazones Derived from 2-Fluorobenzhydrazide

Two new Schiff base benzoyl hydrazone compounds, C14H10FN3O3 (Ⅰ) and C14H10F2N2O (Ⅱ), have been synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR, UV and X-ray single-crystal diffraction. Both compounds crystallize in monoclinic, space group P21/c with a = 7.0514(14), b = 25.928(5), c = 7.7099(15), β = 111.823(2)°, V = 1308.6(4)3, Z = 4, C14H10FN3O3, Mr = 287.25, Dc = 1.458 g/cm3, μ(MoKα) = 0.115 mm-1, F(000) = 592, the final R = 0.0841 and wR = 0.2489 for 1901 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)) for I; a = 11.232(3), b =12.735(4), c = 8.612(2) , β = 90.869(3)°, V = 1231.7(6)3, Z = 4, C14H10F2N2O, Mr = 260.24, Dc = 1.403 g/cm3, μ(MoKα) = 0.111 mm-1, F(000) = 536, the final R = 0.0453 and wR = 0.1085 for 1317 observed reflections (I > 2σ(I)) for Ⅱ. The antibacterial activities of both compounds against two bacteria were first studied and one compound showed considerable antibacterial activity against K. Pneumonia and S. aureus.     

Two Pillared-layer Co(Ⅱ) Metalorganic Frameworks Displaying Pore Modulation by Rodlike Ligands

Two novel compounds, {[Co2(epda)2(4,4-bpy)(H2O)2]·3H2O}n1 and {[Co2(epda)2(bpe)(H2O)2]3H2O}n2(H2epda=5-ethyl-pyridine-2,3-dicarboxylic acid, 4,4’-bpy=4,4’-bipyridine and bpe=1,2-di(4-pyridyl)ethylene) were solvothermally synthesized and characterized by elemental analysis, IR spectroscopy, therm ogravimetric analysis (TGA), and singlecrystal X-ray diffraction. Complex 1 is of monoclinic system, space group P21/c with a=13.344(5), b=14.724(5), c=8.267(3), β=105.840(4)°, V=1562.5(10)3, Dc=1.480 g/cm3, Mr=375.19, Z=4, F(000)=712, μ=1.121 mm-1, the final R=0.0512 and wR=0.1260 for 2890 observed reflections with I>2σ(I). 2 belongs to the monoclinic system, space group P21/c with a=14.224(4), b=14.726(4), c=8.287(2), β=99.696(4)°, V=1711.1(9)3 , Dc=1.402g/cm3, Mr=388.21, Z=4, F(000)=740, μ=1.027 mm-1 , the final R=0.0354 and wR=0.0862 for 12237 observed reflections with I>2σ(I). Both complexes present intimately related structures featuring infinite Co-carboxylate layers of [CoⅡ(epda)(H2O)]n pillared by 4,4’-bpy (or bpe) molecule to produce the microporous frameworks, unambiguously indicating that pore dimensions of the framework are regulated by the N,N’-donor pillars.     

Syntheses and(Crystal Structures of Two New One-dimensional Double Hydrogen-bonding-chain Complexes [Ni(bipy)2Cl]·ClO4 and [Zn(bipy)2Cl]·BF4

Two new transition metal complexes, [Ni(bipy)2Cl]·ClO4 (bipy = 2,2'-bipyridine) 1 and [Zn(bipy)2Cl]·BF4 2, have been synthesized and characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. Both 1 and 2 crystallize in monoclinic space group P21/n with Z = 4. For 1, a = 10.776(1), b = 12.067(1), c = 16.146(2)(A), β= 93.021(2)o, V = 2031.9(4)(A)3, Mr = 505.98, Dc = 1.654 g/cm3, μ = 1.255 mm-1, F(000) = 1032, the final R = 0.0406 and wR = 0.1002 for 3983 observed reflections with Ⅰ ＞ 2σ(I). For 2, a = 10.758(4), b = 12.058(4), c = 16.135(5) (A), β = 104.57(1)o, V = 2025.7(12) (A)3, Mr = 500.00, Dc = 1.639 g/cm3, μ = 1.396 mm-1, F(000) = 1008, the final R = 0.0470 and wR = 0.1237 for 3759 observed reflections with Ⅰ ＞ 2σ(I). The crystal structures of 1 and 2 are isostructural with very similar supramolecular structures. A one-dimen- sional zigzag double hydrogen-bonding-chain is generated by the intermolecular M-bipy …anion…bipy--M hydrogen bonding interactions between the chelating ligands of bipy and anion.     

Syntheses and Crystal Structures of Two Tin(Ⅳ) Complexes with Aminosilane Bearing Ligand

Aminosilane bearing bulky substituents on nitrogen: LH2(L=Me2Si(NDipp-)2 , Dipp=2,6-diisopropylphenyl) was reacted with BuLi in toluene. The resulting bulky chelating dianion Me2Si(NDipp-)2 was used to synthesize the unusual spirocyclic heterotriatomic complex [Me2Si(NDipp)2]2Sn (1) by its reaction with SnCl4 and the bulky heterotriatomic complex Me2Si(NDipp)2SnPh2 (2) with Ph2SnCl2.1 belongs to the monoclinic system, space group P21/n with a=13.193(2), b=20.663(3), c=20.403(3), β=99.954(2)o, V=5478.3(15)3 , C55H85.5N4Si2Sn, Mr=977.64, Z=4, Dc=1.185Mg/m3 , μ(MoKα)=0.547mm-1 , F(000)=2086, S=1.000, the final R=0.0614 and wR=0.1322 for 14446 observed reflections (I2σ(I)) and R=0.0797 and wR=0.1456 for all data. 2 belongs to the triclinic system, space group Pī with a=10.36(15), b=13.204(7), c=14.363(7), α=90.214(10), β=106.182(7), γ=109.854(8)o, V=1764.4(15)3 , C38H50N2SiSn, Mr=681.58, Z=2, Dc=1.283 Mg/m3 , μ(MoKα)=0.785 mm-1 , F(000)=712, S=1.002, the final R=0.0498 and wR=0.0955 for 7533 observed reflections (I2σ(I)) and R=0.0676 and wR=0.1018 for all data. In the structure of 1, the tin atom is located in the spirocyclic center of the two fused four-membered SnN 2 Si rings. The two complexes were characterized by 1H NMR, elemental analysis, and single-crystal X-ray structural analysis.