3D Pillar-Layered Zn(II) Compound with 6-Connected pcu Topology: Synthesis, Structure and Luminescent Properties for Sensing of Nitrobenzene

Abstract

A new Zn(II) compound, namely {[Zn(atz)(C2O4)0.5]·H2O}n (1 Hatz = 3-amino-1,2,4-triazole), has been synthesized by the hydrothermal reactions of Zn(NO3)2, Hatz and H2C2O4. Single crystal X-ray structure analysis reveals that compound 1 features a 3D porous pillar-layer structure with 6-connected pcu topology. The free water molecules are filled in the 1D channels. Thermal analysis reveals that it can be stable up to 347 °C. Luminescence investigation for 1 reveals that it can be used as a good candidate for sensing of nitrobenzene.