An unprecedented 9-fold [3 × 3] interpenetrated diamondoid network coordination polymer containing Cu(II)-based “paddlewheels” as connecting node

Abstract

The self-assembly of 1,1′-bis(4-carboxybenzyl)-4,4′-bipyridinium dichloride with Cu(NO₃)₂ affords an unusual 9-fold [3 × 3] interpenetrated diamondoid-like coordination polymer with copper-based paddlewheel as connecting node, which shows interesting electronic transition and magnetic properties.