X-ray Spectroscopic (XRD, SEM, and EXAFS) Analysis of Cobalt (II) Complexes

This study investigates the structural and electronic properties of Cobalt (II) complexes using a combination of X-ray diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and Extended X-ray Absorption Fine Structure (EXAFS) spectroscopy. Cobalt (II) complexes play a pivotal role in various catalytic, electronic, and biological processes. Through these techniques, we aim to gain a detailed understanding of the coordination environment and bonding of the metal centre. XRD reveals the crystalline structure and coordination geometry, SEM provides surface morphology and size distribution, while EXAFS gives insight into the local structure around the metal ion. The findings demonstrate how these techniques complement each other in providing a comprehensive understanding of the properties of Cobalt (II) complexes.