Cobalt complexes as the building blocks: {Co3+–Zn2+} heterobimetallic networks and their properties

Two {Co(3+)-Zn(2+)} heterobimetallic coordination networks have been synthesized utilizing Co(3+) complex as the building blocks. The structural studies reveal 2D sheet-like networks where the Co(3+) containing building blocks are connected through Zn(2+) ions. Two different building blocks generate two unique networks as evidenced by the crystallographic studies and other properties. These networks are shown to catalyze Lewis metal ion assisted Strecker reaction in heterogeneous manner.