Zirconyl acetate
# Zirconyl acetate

Zirconyl acetate is the coordination complex with the formula $Zr_6O_4(OH)_4(O_2CCH_3)_{12}.$ It is a white solid prepared by treating zirconyl chloride with acetic acid. The compound has attracted attention as a precursor to metal-organic frameworks. The structure of the 8.5 hydrate has been determined by EXAFS. The core can be described as a $Zr_6$ octahedron is face-capped with oxide and hydroxide ligands.

