Partial recipeSource: Main
Route 1: Other
427 · 2.1 Single Crystal Growth Procedure
Metal precursorsCopper acetate solution, 0.25-1 M range; optimum 0.25 M top solution
Linker precursorsBarbituric acid, 0.01-0.02 M range; optimum 0.02 M
SolventsDouble-distilled water; silica gel medium from sodium meta silicate solution
AdditivesSodium meta silicate; one molar glacial acetic acid to adjust pH
AtmosphereAmbient/air; atmosphere not explicitly controlled
Temperatureroom temperature
Timecrystals formed after about 1 week; crystal growth completed in about 1 month
Work-upNot reported
ActivationNone reported
Show 5 structured reagent records
| Role | Reagent | Amount / concentration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additive | sodium meta silicate (SMS) | gel density 1.03-1.05 g/cc; optimum 1.03 g/cc | 427 · 2.1 Single Crystal Growth Procedure |
| Solvent | double distilled water | Not specified | 427 · 2.1 Single Crystal Growth Procedure |
| Linker | barbituric acid | 0.01-0.02 M; optimum 0.02 M | 427 · 2.1 Single Crystal Growth Procedure |
| Acid | glacial acetic acid | 1 M; pH adjusted in range 4-7, optimum pH 6.5 | 427 · 2.1 Single Crystal Growth Procedure |
| Metal Source | copper acetate solution | 0.25-1 M; optimum 0.25 M | 427 · 2.1 Single Crystal Growth Procedure |