Growth and characterization of 4-aminopyridinium copper II chloride monohydrate single crystal

Abstract

Aminopyridinium copper II chloride monohydrate (4APCCM) is a new semi organic material grown by slow evaporation method. The functional groups present in the grown crystal is  identified through FTIR spectral analyses. The UV spectrum shows existence of wide transparency window suitable for optoelectronic applications. Thermal stability and melting temperature of the as grown crystal was identified from TGA/DTA analysis. The grown crystals have been subjected to Vickers microhardness studies to explore its mechanical properties. The intermolecular interactions that exist within the crystal structure of the 4APCCM have been investigated by Hirshfeld surface analysis.