Synthesis and Spectroscopic Characterizations of Ni(II) Thiosemicarbazone Bearing Anthracene

Abstract

The X-ray structure of 9-anthraldehyde-4-methyl-3-thiosemicarbazone was firstly determined. The Ni(II) complex with this ligand was prepared upon reaction with chloride salt. Mass spectrometry result confirms correct formulation of the complex. Unusual 1H NMR signal pattern of anthracene moiety reveal cis arrangement cemented by intramolecular p–p stackings between aromatic rings. As a result of this interaction, the electronic structure of anthracene ring is perturbed and gives rise to structureless and broad absorption and emission bands.